Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka, is an island country in South Asia near South East India. It has maritime borders with India till northwest and Maldives to the South West.
Sri lanka's documented history spans 3000 years, with evidence of pre-historic human settlements dating back to atleast 1,25,000 years. Its geographical location and deep harbours, make it of a great strategic importance since the ancient silk road through the World War 2.
Sril Lanka, with its diverse landscapes, range from rainforest and arid plains to highlands and sandy beaches. It is famous for its ancient Buddhist ruins, including the 5th century citidel Sigiriya, with its palace and frescos. The city of Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka's ancient capital, has many ruins 2000 years old or even more.
Points of Interest
Sigiriya, Kandy, Dambulla Cave Temple, Pinnawela Elephant Orp...., Yala, Minneriya,Udawalawe, Wilpaththu National Parks....Etc.
Destinations
Anuradhapura, Polpnnaruwa, Galle, Nuwara Eliya, Negambo, Trincomalee, Baticolo, Arugambay, Benthota, Hikkaduwa, Unawatuna, Mirissa, Jaffna.......Etc