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Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka is a paradise island steeped in mystical legend and dreamy folklore. Ravened throughout time immemorial for its dazzling gemstones and spices, this exotic land has always attracted people from across the world. The country continues to beckon holidaymakers even today with its myriad charms. Golden sandy beaches, bracing waterfalls, golf courses and ancient rainforests mingle amidst majestic ruins and serene temples. Combine this with warm hospitality, balmy weather and the rich flavors of local food and you'll find a country that epitomizes the beauty of the magical East.
Sri Lanka is different!
Why do business here?
Sri Lanka is a place that challenges, inspires and transforms. It is an ideal place for you and your staff to discover new ideas, new concepts, and new ways of looking at the world. With a distinguished track record of holding international conventions, lucrative export volume and attracting foreign investments, Sri Lanka is one business hub that people truly aspire to visit and work.
As one of the world's leaders in finance, jewellery and education, Sri Lanka is already the natural venue of choice for many high profile conferences as it hosts a number of international exhibitions and trade shows every year, in a wide range of industries from medical to manufacturing, agriculture to leisure. Accommodation is varied and caters to your budget and business needs.
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Statistics of Sri Lanka
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Full Name:
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Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka
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Capital:
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Sri Jayawardenepura
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| GDP per capita |
US$ 2014 |
| Sectoral contribution to GDP |
Services 57% |
| Industry 28% |
| Agriculture 15% |
| Literacy |
98% |
| Life expectation (Years) |
72 |
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Commercial Capital:
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Colombo
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Area:
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66,000 sq km / 25,483 sq miles
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Population:
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19,000,000
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Time Zone:
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GMT/UTC +6 ()
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People:
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74% Sinhalese
18% Tamils
7% Moor
1% other
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Languages:
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Sinhala, Tamil, English
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Religion:
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69% Buddhist
15% Hindu
8% Muslim
8% Christian
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Currency:
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Sri Lankan Rupee (Rs)
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Major industries:
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Processing of rubber, tea, coconuts, and other agricultural commodities; clothing, cement, petroleum refining, textiles, tobacco, rice, sugarcane, grains, pulses, oilseed, spices, tea, rubber, coconuts; milk, eggs, hides, beef
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Major trading partners:
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US, UK, Germany, Japan, Singapore, India, Iran, Taiwan, Belgium, Hong Kong, China, South Korea
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