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Sri
Lanka is a wonderful country full of mystery and
amaze. Explore the beauty of Sri Lanka with one of our exploring
tours or learn the history of Buddhism by taking one of our heritage
tours.Known to travelers from ancient times, Sri Lanka continues
to entice visitors with its breathtaking scenery, palm-skirted beaches,
cool hill country and historic monuments. Sri Lanka is one of the
smallest land masses on earth to be full of such an amazing variety
of experiences for the traveler. Tropical forests harbor pristine
wildlife sanctuaries, significant Buddhist relics and religious
monuments are found in the undulating highlands while deserted golden
sand beaches make up the southern coast.
Location
Located 18 miles (29 km) off the south-eastern
tip of the Indian subcontinent, Sri Lanka lies about 400 miles (645
km) north of the equator.
Colombo is the commercial hub and the largest city whilst Sri Jayawardenapura-Kotte,
is the capital of Sri Lanka. The country is a total land area of
25,332 square miles (65,610 square
km).
Land and Climate
Sri Lanka is a tropical country with distinct dry and wet seasons.
Marco Polo considered Sri Lanka the finest isle which you will also
agree having explored the country's attractions.
What do you fancy? Is it the Beaches? The coastal stretch south
of Colombo offering palm-lined sandy beaches as far as the eye can
see.
Is it the Culture? Try the Kandyan dancers, a procession of elephants
or the masked devil dancers.
Is it the Ruins? You will find enough ancient and inspiring architecture
in the cities of Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa to satisfy your creative
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