Tag: Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka (formerly Ceylon) – The “Venerable Beauty” The island of Sri Lanka, which lies southeast of the coast of India, has had her name since 1972, which translates as “Venerable Beauty”. Before that time, the island was known as Ceylon, which the Dutch gave it in the 17th century after they drove out the […]

Attractions Parks Vihara Maha Devi Park was named after the mother of one of Sri Lanka ‘s greatest kings. The park is known for its flowering trees, which are a magical sight between March and early May. The well-lit park is open until 9 p.m. Colombo Sri Lanka’s capital is a city where ancient culture blends with modern Western influences. […]