Thirikkale or bullock-cart - forget gas-guzzlers, take a leaf out of Dutch colonial Sri Lanka and hop aboard. Back when the Dutch ruled Sri Lanka this was the way of getting about town. Eco-friendly and retro.

Ox not included, though highly recommended.

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