About Sri Lanka
The island
nation of Sri Lanka provides travellers with a wealth of information that they
make take with them wherever they go. Having access to such Sri Lanka facts
will prove vital for any holidaymaker.
Popularly known as the Pearl of the Indian Ocean, Sri Lanka is an exotic destination with a population of over 21 million. The diversity a traveller finds within an area of 65,525 sq.km is what makes Sri Lanka one of the most sought after destinations in the 21st century.
Popularly known as the Pearl of the Indian Ocean, Sri Lanka is an exotic destination with a population of over 21 million. The diversity a traveller finds within an area of 65,525 sq.km is what makes Sri Lanka one of the most sought after destinations in the 21st century.
The end to the
ethnic conflict which lasted for over two decades provides an opportunity for
you to explore its rich culture and heritages, a history of over 2,500 years,
the flora and fauna and the golden beaches. With a history boasting of over
2,500 years, the island offers you a rock fortress, the highest density of
leopards, cocktails of beautiful gems, the best tea in the world to the most
hospitable and friendly people in the planet.
With over 1,340 km of golden coastline, Sri Lanka is “the place” to enjoy the sun, sea and the sand. Explore the golden beaches after a short trip of discovering its rich culture and heritage or, a nature and adventure tour toexperience its wildlife.
With over 1,340 km of golden coastline, Sri Lanka is “the place” to enjoy the sun, sea and the sand. Explore the golden beaches after a short trip of discovering its rich culture and heritage or, a nature and adventure tour toexperience its wildlife.
Predominantly a
Buddhist country, Sri Lanka is a place for travellers of all walks of life
looking for that spark one looks forward to in a lifetime. The liberation of
the North and the East provides a new opportunity for you to explore the
unexplored and to experience the most beautiful and unspoilt beaches, one of
the best natural harbours in the world, and many more.
Geography
An island of
65,610 square kilometres, Sri Lanka lies in the Indian Ocean, off the southern
tip of India. It is between 5 55’ and 9 55’ north of the equator and between
the eastern longitudes 79 42’ and 81 52’.
Topography
Over countless
millennia, Mother Nature has produced a breathtakingly majestic work of art by
bestowing a wide range of exquisite topographic features on this ancient
island, making Sri Lanka one of the most scenic wonders of the world. Three
zones are distinguishable by elevation. These would be the central highlands,
the plains and the coastal belt.
Population
20 million
people of various ethnicities inhabit Sri Lanka. The prominent ethnic groups
are by percentage, 74% Sinhalese, 18% Tamils, 8% Moors, Malays and Burghers.
Language
Communication
is rarely a problem as English is widely spoken in most parts of the country.
Place names and signboards are generally displayed in all three official
languages of the country.
Official
languages: Sinhala, Tamil and English.
Religion
Sri Lankans are
predominantly Buddhist and the island is one of the last remaining Buddhist
countries in the world. However, a large population of Christians, Hindus and
Muslims give Sri Lanka its plural character.
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