Island Inhabitants
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
beauty remains abundant and unspoilt. Within a mere area of 65,610
kilometres lie 8 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, 1,330 kilometres of
coastline - much of it pristine beach - 15 national parks showcasing an
abundance of wildlife, nearly 500,000 acres of lush tea estates, 250
acres of botanical gardens, 350 waterfalls, 25,000 water bodies, to a
culture that extends back to over 2,500 years.
