Sri Lanka, [a] officially the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka, formerly known as Ceylon, [b] is an island country in South Asia. It is located in the Indian Ocean, southwest of the Bay of Bengal, …

3 days ago · Sri Lanka is an island country lying in the Indian Ocean and separated from peninsular India by the Palk Strait. Proximity to the Indian subcontinent has facilitated close cultural interaction …

3 days ago · Sri Lanka's beaches, hill country, and archeological sites attract visitors from around the world. Tourism increased in 2013 and is expected to rise further in the coming years.

Aug 2, 2023 · Sri Lanka, an island nation in South Asia, lies to the south of the Indian subcontinent, separated by the narrow Palk Strait. It shares maritime borders with the Maldives to the southwest …

4 days ago · Jetavanaramaya, a colossal fourth-century Sri Lankan stupa, was once among the world’s largest structures — a vast and ancient brick-built engineering marvel born out of religious rivalry that ...

Set in the Indian Ocean in South Asia, the tropical island nation of Sri Lanka has a history dating back to the birth of time. It is a place where the original soul of Buddhism still flourishes and where nature’s …

Discover golden beaches, misty mountains, elephant encounters and more in our Sri Lanka travel guide. Find top attractions, local spots and expert tips.