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Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka is an island country in South Asia, located in the Indian Ocean to the southwest of the Bay of Bengal and to the southeast of the Arabian Sea. The island is geographically separated from the Indian subcontinent by the Gulf of Mannar and the Palk Strait. Sri Lanka has a total area of 65,610 km2 (25,332 mi2) and a population of over 21 million. The official languages of Sri Lanka are Sinhala and Tamil. Sri Lanka is a republic and a unitary state governed by a semi-presidential system. The capital of Sri Lanka is Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte, and the largest city is Colombo. Sri Lanka is a multi-ethnic and multi-religious country, with Hindus, Buddhists, Muslims, and Christians making up the majority of the population. The island of Sri Lanka has a long history, with evidence of human habitation dating back to at least 125,000 years. The country has a rich cultural heritage, and is known for its traditional arts and crafts, as well as for its cuisine. Sri Lanka is also home to a number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including the ancient city of Polonnaruwa and the sacred city of Kandy. Sri Lanka is a tropical island, and its climate is influenced by the monsoon winds. The island has a diverse range of flora and fauna, and is home to many endemic species. The Sri Lankan elephant is one of the country's best-known animals, and Sri Lanka is also home to the world's largest concentration of leopards. Sri Lanka is a popular tourist destination, and its attractions include beaches, wildlife, and cultural sites. The country is also home to a number of national parks, including Yala National Park and Wilpattu National Park.

Geographic data

Economy

GDP
275.80 billion US dollars
Currency

Date format

Calendar
First workday
Monday
Weekend
Saturday - Sunday

Measurement units

Measurement system
Metric
Length units
Kilometer
Meter
Centimeter
Area units
Square kilometer
Hectare
Square meter
Square centimeter
Speed unit
Kilometer per hour
Temperature unit
Celsius

Population
22.89M
Literacy percentage
91.2%
Official languages