What's so special about Sri Lanka?
After years of neglect by tourists, Sri Lanka is fast becoming a popular destination. It's not hard to see why. Sri Lanka is an attractive small but diverse country; From ancient beaches and incredible creatures to famous tea and ancient ruins, this island has something for everyone. Even better, the distance is shorter, which makes it easier to find lots of shorter parts than its neighboring India. You have already read what the country has to offer, but here are some lesser known facts about Sri Lanka ... Sri Lanka has two names. The first is the “Pearl of the Indian Ocean”, which is said to be named for its incredible beauty, biodiversity (the highest in Asia!). One of its main exports is precious stones. The second is "Indian Tears" which is a little obvious because of its perfect tear drop shape and beyond the coast of India. While it is common for people in Sri Lanka to turn their heads (rather than a pendulum motion than shake their head), this is quite a bit ...