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Sri Lanka travel facts
| Area (sq km): | 64,740 | |
| Population: | 20,064,776 | |
| Nationality: | Sri Lankan | |
| Local Name: | Sri Lanka | |
| Language: | Sinhala, Tamil, English |
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| Time Zone: | +5.5 GMT | |
| Currency: | 1 rupee = 100 cents | |
| Rate: | www.xe.com | |
| Capital: | Colombo | |
| Dialling Code: | +94 | |
| Electricity: | 230V/50Hz | |
| Internet Code: | .lk | |
| Religion: | Buddhist, Muslim, Hindu |
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| Climate: | Tropical Monsoon, Equatorial |
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| Government: | Republic | |
| Inoculations: | None | |
| Driving: | Left | |
| Int'l License: | Required | |
| Banking: | M-F 9.00-15.00 | |
| Major Airports: | Colombo(CMB) |
Sri Lanka villa and holiday events archive
Esala Perahera Kandy
The most lavish and thrilling observance of Buddhism in Sri Lanka are the Esala Perahera Kandy Parade and Festival. The amazing parade and the Water Cutting... Esala Perahera Kandy
Deepavali
Known as Deepavali (and Diwali in India) this celebration is also known as Festival of Lights in Sri Lanka. Consider booking Sri Lanka villas near Hindu... Deepavali
Navam Full Moon Poya Day
Rent Sri Lanka villas in February for the annual Navam Perahera Festival also called Navam Full Moon Poya Day. See over 100 decorated elephants marching... Navam Full Moon Poya Day