Sri Lanka - Wikipedia
WEBSri Lanka, historically known as Ceylon and officially the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka, is an island country in South Asia. It lies in the Indian Ocean, southwest of the Bay of Bengal, separated from the Indian peninsula by the Gulf of …
Sri Lanka | History, Map, Flag, Population, Capital, & Facts
WEB3 days ago · Sri Lanka, island country lying in the Indian Ocean and separated from peninsular India by the Palk Strait. Proximity to the Indian subcontinent has facilitated close cultural interaction between Sri Lanka and India from ancient times. Sri Lanka gained independence from Britain in 1948.
Sri Lanka travel guide - Lonely Planet | Asia
WEBEndless beaches, timeless ruins, welcoming people, oodles of elephants, rolling surf, cheap prices, fun trains, famous tea and flavorful food make Sri Lanka irresistible. Best Time to Visit Best Places to Visit
Sri Lanka Tourism - The Official Website of Sri Lanka Tourism
WEBSri Lanka is the treasure of island for all tourists. You can discover variety of natural, cultural and historical heritages within few hours.
23 things to know before traveling to Sri Lanka - Lonely Planet
WEBMar 7, 2022 · Floating in tropical waters off the southern tip of India, Sri Lanka is defined by its gentle Buddhist culture, friendly people and laid-back way of life despite its troubled recent history. A little knowledge goes a long way when it comes to having an easy trip to this Indian Ocean island.
18 of the best things to do in Sri Lanka - Lonely Planet
WEBOct 14, 2023 · Sri Lanka may only be small, but thanks to its jungle-clad mountains, golden sandy beaches, abundant wildlife in their natural habitats, and spice-laden cuisines, the island nation ensures visitors are never bored.
Sri Lanka: All You Need to Know Before You Go (2024) - Tripadvisor
WEBSri Lanka. Known by a flotilla of aliases, the Resplendent Isle is one of gorgeous beaches, tea plantations and ancient cities. Scuba dive, visit an elephant orphanage and a lagoon of singing fish, explore dense jungle, shrines and temples.
Sri Lanka country profile - BBC News
WEBMar 20, 2023 · Lying off the southern tip of India, the tropical island of Sri Lanka has attracted visitors for centuries with its natural beauty. But it has been scarred by a long and bitter civil war...
Sri Lanka – Travel guide at Wikivoyage
WEBJul 13, 2022 · Sri Lanka ( Sinhalese: ශ්රී ලංකා Śrī Laṃkā; Tamil: இலங்கை Ilaṅkai ), formerly known as Ceylon, is in South Asia. In the Indian Ocean just south of India, Sri Lanka is an island known for its natural beauty.
The ultimate Sri Lanka Travel Guide: what to see, know and do
WEBAug 8, 2019 · Sri Lanka is an island country located in the Indian Ocean, south of India and the Bay of Bengal, east of Africa and the Middle East, and west of Indonesia and south-east Asia. Sri Lanka’s largest city, and capital, Colombo, is located in the south west of the country, and is home to the majority of Sri Lanka’s 21 million people.
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