Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka is an island nation in the Indian Ocean, separated from India by a narrow channel. It features diverse geography with flat plains and central highlands. The climate is tropical, influenced by monsoons, with distinct wet and dry zones. The country is culturally diverse, with a majority Sinhalese Buddhist population and significant Tamil and Moor communities. Colombo, the largest city, has a rich history as a port. Sri Lanka, once known as Ceylon, was part of the British Empire. It boasts high biodiversity but faces environmental challenges like deforestation. The economy relies on tea, clothing, and gemstone exports.

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