Destinations

Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka offers a huge range of opportunities to tourists, from expansive game reserves to stunning beaches and spectacular mountain ranges.

Capital – Sri Jayawardenapura
Major cities – Colombo, Anuradhapura and Galle
Major resorts – Batticoloa, Hambantota and Hikkaduwa
Time Zone – GMT +6
Languages – Sinhala, Tamil, English
To learn the basics of Sinhala visit www.speaksinhala.com
Sri Lanka currency - Sri Lanka uses the Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR). For up-to-date exchange rates see: www.xe.com/ucc

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