QUICK FACTS
Sri Lanka at a Glance
Sri Lanka is a tropical island nation located in the Indian Ocean, renowned for its rich cultural heritage, diverse landscapes, world-famous Ceylon Tea, precious gemstones, and warm hospitality.
Country Information
Official Name : Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka
Capital: Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte
Population: Approximately 22 million
Area: 65,610 square kilometres (25,332 square miles)
Official Languages: Sinhala and Tamil
Widely Spoken Language: English
Currency: Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR)
Geography & Nature
Location: Indian Ocean, south of the Indian subcontinent
Highest Mountain: Pidurutalagala (2,524 metres)
Longest River: Mahaweli River (335 kilometres)
Climate: Tropical climate with warm temperatures throughout the year
National Flower: Blue Water Lily (Nil Manel)
National Tree: Ceylon Ironwood (Na Tree)
UNESCO World Heritage Sites:
Eight recognised sites including Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa, Sigiriya, Dambulla, Galle Fort, the Sacred City of Kandy, the Central Highlands and Sinharaja Forest Reserve.