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Country Information

Capital
Colombo
Population
2,993,810
Area
65,610 km²
Largest City
Colombo
Daylight Saving Time (DST)
Not Observed
ISO Code
LK / LKA
Time Zones
1 zone
Languages
Sinhala, Tamil
Currency
Sri Lankan Rupee (Rs) - Rs100
Coordinates
Decimal:6.9355, 79.8487
DMS:6°56′08″N, 79°50′55″E
Elevation
Highest:2,524 m
Lowest:0 m
Average:1,262 m
International Dialing Code
+94

Time Zones

• Asia/Colombo| GMT+5:30 (UTC+5:30)

Geographic Extremes

Northernmost
Point Pedro
Southernmost
Matara
Easternmost
Kalmunai
Westernmost
Negombo

About Sri Lanka

•Sri Lanka is known for its rich history that dates back over 2,500 years.
•The island was called Ceylon during British colonial rule from 1815 to 1948.
•Buddhism is the predominant religion in Sri Lanka, with the majority of the population identifying as Buddhist.
•The ancient city of Anuradhapura was one of the first capitals of Sri Lanka and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
•Sri Lanka has a diverse cultural heritage influenced by various ethnic groups, including Sinhalese and Tamils.
•The traditional dance forms of Sri Lanka, such as Kandyan and Low Country dance, are integral to its cultural identity.
•Sri Lanka is famous for its tea production, particularly Ceylon tea, which is renowned worldwide.
•The country is home to the Sigiriya rock fortress, an ancient royal citadel that is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
•The annual Esala Perahera festival in Kandy is one of the oldest and grandest Buddhist festivals in Sri Lanka.
•Sri Lanka has diverse ecosystems, including rainforests, wetlands, and coastal areas that support a rich variety of flora and fauna.
•The country’s economy is primarily based on agriculture, with tea, rubber, and coconut being significant cash crops.
•Sri Lanka is known for its traditional art forms, including intricate wood carvings and vibrant handicrafts.
•The Sinhalese language is one of the official languages of Sri Lanka, alongside Tamil.
•Sri Lanka is renowned for its biodiversity, housing several national parks that are home to elephants, leopards, and a variety of birds.
•The ancient irrigation system of Sri Lanka, developed over 2,000 years ago, showcases the country’s advanced engineering skills.

Cities in Sri Lanka

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Cities by Population

ColomboDehiwala-Mount LaviniaMaharagamaJaffnaMoratuwaNegomboPita KotteSri Jayewardenepura KotteKandyTrincomaleeKalmunaiGallePoint PedroBatticaloaKatunayaka
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