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About Srilanka
Sri Lanka is an island situated in the Indian Ocean, at the base of the Indian Sub-Continent, 880 km north of the equator. Sri Lanka has a pleasant tropical climate. The average temperature of the low lands ranges between 25-30 degrees Celsius.It is a multi-ethnic, multi-religious country with a diverse and rich culture with a total population of 19 million. For a small island, Sri Lanka has many nicknames: Serendib, Ceylon, Teardrop of India.
A stunning island filled with beaches and wildlife sanctuaries like the elephant orphanage, ancient cities, hills, beaches - and most of all its incredible beauty.
Each city is unique in its own sense. Some are known for their historical importance, some are pilgrimage centers, some are famous for their breathtaking natural beauty and Ratnapura is famous as the gem center of Srilanka. beautiful island nation and enjoy the wonderful hospitality of its people.
Attraction of Srilanka : Sri Lanka has number of cities that are significant from the tourism point of view. Beaches of Sri Lanka,Nature Spots in Sri Lanka.
Colombo : The capital of Sri Lanka, Colombo offers a host of attractions to the tourist. These include Budtdhists temples, Hindu temples, mosques, Christian churches, Parliament building, parks, zoo, museums and art galleries. Must visit places of interest in Colombo are century-old Clock Tower, British colonial buildings, the old Parliament in Fort, and Buddhist and Hindu temples.
General Information :
Sri Lanka, is a free, independent and sovereign nation with a population of 18.774 million (1998 mid year estimates). National Flag of Sri Lanka is the Lion Flag. the Blue Water Lily (Nymphaea stellata) is the National Flower.
Claimate and Best Season to Visit:
Low Lands - tropical, average 27C
Central Hills - cooler, with temperatures dropping to 14C.
Sri Lanka has a good climate for holiday-makers throughout the year.
How to Get There :
By Air : The only way to enter Sri Lanka is by air. Colombo is the international gateway for direct flights from Europe
Other Packages :
Kandy Special,
Lanka Special,
Hill Resort Srilanka,
Water Fall Tour,
World Heritage Site Tour
Destination : About Srilanka
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