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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| IST (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

Showing 10 cities (top 50 by population + business hubs). Click any city to view detailed time information.

Cities by Population

ColomboDehiwala-Mount LaviniaMaharagamaJaffnaMoratuwaNegomboPita KotteSri Jayewardenepura KotteKandyTrincomaleeKalmunaiGallePoint PedroBatticaloaKatunayakaValvedditturaiMataraBattaramulla SouthDambullaKolonnawaKotikawattaAnuradhapuraVavuniyaAmbalangodaRatnapuraBadullaAmparaWelisara

Cities in Sri Lanka

Columns32 cities
City Name
Population
Area
City Center Elevation
Time Zone
UTC Offset
ColomboCAPITAL
648,034
324 km²
7 m
IST
UTC+5.5
219,827
110 km²
7 m
IST
UTC+5.5
195,355
98 km²
24 m
IST
UTC+5.5
169,102
85 km²
8 m
IST
UTC+5.5
168,280
84 km²
10 m
IST
UTC+5.5
137,223
69 km²
4 m
IST
UTC+5.5
118,179
59 km²
19 m
IST
UTC+5.5
115,826
58 km²
30 m
IST
UTC+5.5
111,701
56 km²
505 m
IST
UTC+5.5
108,420
54 km²
12 m
IST
UTC+5.5
100,171
50 km²
9 m
IST
UTC+5.5
93,118
47 km²
10 m
IST
UTC+5.5
89,810
45 km²
14 m
IST
UTC+5.5
86,742
43 km²
19 m
IST
UTC+5.5
84,643
42 km²
14 m
IST
UTC+5.5
78,205
39 km²
12 m
IST
UTC+5.5
76,254
38 km²
10 m
IST
UTC+5.5
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