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Located right above the Equator, Sri Lanka was once described by Marco Polo as \u201cthe finest island of its size in the world\u201d.<\/p>

Travellers around the world have flocked to this pristine destination\u00a0to visit the spectacular beaches<\/a>, rock fortresses and magnificent monuments with their naked eyes.<\/p>

This South Asian gem boasts over two thousand years of recorded history with chronological achievements of early civilisations well preserved in historical cities and religious monuments. Parts of the north and east are refreshingly undeveloped, giving you a look into natural, unfettered beauty.<\/a><\/p>

While the early Buddhist civilisations laid a foundation and sense of national identity for the predominant Sinhalese population, there\u2019s a lot more to Sri Lanka than Buddhism. It is ultimately legendary for its diverse landscapes<\/a> and breathtaking charm.<\/p>

Roshni Kapur<\/em><\/p> ","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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