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 · Learn More. 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.
23 things to know before traveling to Sri Lanka - Lonely Planet
WEBOct 14, 2023 · 1. Apply for a visa in advance. As a first step, check the latest visa requirements for Sri Lanka. Most nationalities need an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) in advance of travel, but fortunately, they're not …
Sri Lanka Maps & Facts - World Atlas
WEBAug 2, 2023 · Sri Lanka, an island nation in South Asia, lies to the south of the Indian subcontinent, separated by the narrow Palk Strait. It shares maritime borders with the Maldives to the southwest and India to the northwest. Ultimately, the country spans a total area of about 65,610 km 2 (25,332 mi 2 ).
Best places to visit in Sri Lanka - Lonely Planet
WEBApr 9, 2021 · 1. Colombo. Best for exploring on foot. No Sri Lanka itinerary is complete without Colombo, the country’s culturally diverse hub. (But not its capital – that’s actually Sri Jayawardenepura-Kotte!)
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 - World Factbook Glyph
WEBMay 7, 2024 · Geography - note. strategic location near major Indian Ocean sea lanes; Adam's Bridge is a chain of limestone shoals between the southeastern coast of India and the northwestern coast of Sri Lanka; geological evidence suggests that this 50-km long Bridge once connected India and Sri Lanka; ancient records seem to indicate that a foot …
Sri Lanka: All You Need to Know Before You Go (2024) - Tripadvisor
WEB5,355. PLAN YOUR TRIP. Sri 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.
History of Sri Lanka | Summary, Culture, Civil War, & Facts
WEBMar 20, 2024 · Sri Lanka. history of Sri Lanka, a survey of the notable events and people in the history of Sri Lanka from ancient times to the present day. The country, formerly known as Ceylon, is an island lying in the Indian Ocean …
Sri Lanka - Island, Culture, History | Britannica
WEBSri Lanka - Island, Culture, History | Britannica. Contents. Home Geography & Travel Countries of the World. The Republic of Sri Lanka. In a new constitution proclaimed in 1972, Ceylon became the Republic of Sri Lanka, while maintaining its link with the British Commonwealth.
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