In the emerald-green waters of the Indian Ocean, the island country of Sri Lanka, frequently referred to as the "Teardrop of India," was first populated by the Sinhalese peoples from northern India in 543 BC.
Long known as Ceylon, and as a popular port-of-call, the country declared independence in 1948, subsequently changing its name to Sri Lanka in 1972.
For the decades that followed, internal strife seemed indigenous to Sri Lanka, as tensions between the Sinhalese majority and Tamil separatists finally erupted into a civil war in 1983.
Tens of thousands died in that ethnic conflict, and although now on the proverbial back-burner, social and governmental conflicts continue to fester.
Today, this tropical island is once again on the radar screens of worldwide travelers, as Sri Lanka is rebuilding itself into one of the fastest growing economies of the world, and making a strong comeback, especially in tourism.
Long known as Ceylon, and as a popular port-of-call, the country declared independence in 1948, subsequently changing its name to Sri Lanka in 1972.
For the decades that followed, internal strife seemed indigenous to Sri Lanka, as tensions between the Sinhalese majority and Tamil separatists finally erupted into a civil war in 1983.
Tens of thousands died in that ethnic conflict, and although now on the proverbial back-burner, social and governmental conflicts continue to fester.
Today, this tropical island is once again on the radar screens of worldwide travelers, as Sri Lanka is rebuilding itself into one of the fastest growing economies of the world, and making a strong comeback, especially in tourism.
Sri Lanka formerly named Ceylon.
Sri Lanka’s history is intertwined with it’s namesake tea.
Luckily for visitors, the tea producing regions are also stunningly beautiful, featuring rolling hills, jagged extinct volcanoes, and the world’s best sunsets. Having been settled for thousands of years the hill country not only is modern, but has cultural sights worthy of the most experienced world traveler.
Surrounding these areas are some of the globe’s best beaches, surfing areas and places for relaxation.
A seemingly tiny country, Sri Lanka really has it all.
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Sri Lanka’s history is intertwined with it’s namesake tea.
Luckily for visitors, the tea producing regions are also stunningly beautiful, featuring rolling hills, jagged extinct volcanoes, and the world’s best sunsets. Having been settled for thousands of years the hill country not only is modern, but has cultural sights worthy of the most experienced world traveler.
Surrounding these areas are some of the globe’s best beaches, surfing areas and places for relaxation.
A seemingly tiny country, Sri Lanka really has it all.
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November 29. 2014