Fisherman perch on stilts, their lines dangle into the sea. On the nearby beach, coconut palms sway in the breeze, waves break on white sand. Welcome to Sri Lanka.

   With abundant natural wealth, this island in the Indian Ocean has attracted foreign traders and writers for centuries. Spice island, home of Ceylon Tea, chest of gems, Sri Lanka beckons to the accidental explore-the island's old name inspired the word "Serendipity" 

    The only threat to the country's simple charms has been civil war. However, peace talks are achieving success, slowly making life safe again for Sri Lankans and bringing tourists back to the island they miss.

   Cultures of The World: Sri Lanka takes a trip to this idyllic island of many names.

Introduction
-Geography
-History
-Government
-Economy
-Environment
-Sri Lankans
-Lifestyle
-Religion
-Language

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