| Country Name |
| Conventional long form: Democratic
Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka |
conventional short form: Sri Lanka
former: Ceylon |
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| Size |
65,525 sq km |
| Capital |
Sri Jayawardenepura |
| Commercial Capital |
Colombo |
| Government |
Sri Lanka, is a free,
independent and sovereign nation with a population of
18.774 million (1998 mid year estimates). Legislative
power is exercised by a Parliament, elected by universal
franchise on proportional representation basis. A
President, who is also elected by the people, exercises
executive power inclusive of defense. Sri Lanka enjoys a
multi party system, and the people vote to elect a new
government every six years. |
| National Flag |
National Flag of Sri Lanka is the
Lion Flag. A Lion bearing a sword in its right hand is
depicted in gold on red background with a yellow
border. Four Bo leaves pointing inwards are at the
four corners. Two vertical bands of green and orange
at the mast end represent the minority ethnic groups.
It is an adaptation of the standard of the last King
of Sri Lanka.
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Sri Lanka Wildlife Safari
Number of Nights: 11. This guided tour is a superb
introduction to the wildlife and beautiful scenery of Sri
Lanka. With a stay at the beach included, this safari offers
great value for money.
Our opinion
A treat for the wildlife enthusiast with the chance to see
elephants, sambhur, bear monkey and even the elusive leopard!
Escorted
This tour is accompanied by a local guide from the afternoon
of Day 2 Friday to arrival at your beach hotel on Day 9
Friday. During your stay at your selected beach hotel,
assistance will be provided by our local representatives.
Sri Lanka Highlights, 2006
Number of Nights: 8. A comprehensive tour of the main
sights of Sri Lanka - Sigiriya, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya to name
but a few, all from the base of the first class Kandalama
hotel in the heart of Sri Lanka's cultural triangle.
Our opinion
This exciting holiday includes all major highlights of Sri
Lanka and by staying at the Kandalama resort the itinerary is
less busy than some and reduces the amount of packing and
unpacking that you need to do.
Escorted
The Sri Lanka Highlights Tour is accompanied by a local guide
or driver-guide from departure Colombo to arrival at your
beach hotel. During your stay at your selected beach hotel,
assistance will be provided by our local representatives.
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