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Sri Lanka formerly Ceylon, Island country in the Indian Ocean, off the southeastern coast of India. Highlands make up Sri Lanka’s south-central region and core, with narrow gorges and deep river valleys. The surrounding lowlands include hills and fertile plains. The developing mixed economy is largely based on agriculture, services, and light industries. Clothing, tea, gemstones, and rubber are exported. The island is world-famous for its gemstones, which include sapphires, rubies, and topaz.
Area: | 25,332 sq mi / 65,610 sq km |
Population (2023 est ): | 2023 est :- 22,638,000 |
Capital: | Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte |
Currency: | Sri Lankan Rupee |
Languages: | Sinhala, Tamil, English |
Airports: | Bandaranaike International Airport, Mattala international airport, Colombo International Airport, Bandaranaike International Airport, Jaffna International Airport |
Main Cities: | Colombo, Dehiwala, Sri Jayawardenapura, Negombo, Moratuwa, Galle, Kandy |
Best Time to visit: | December to April |
International calling code: | +94 |
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Average temperature of around 27 - 28°C, Sri Lanka is one of the hottest countries in the world.
Fish ambul thiyal, Kottu, Kukul mas curry, Parippu, Lamprais, appa or appam, Polos
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