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The Sinhalese came from northern India in about 540 BC. (2,540
years ago) They speak Sinhalese and live primarily in the southwest. Ninety
percent of them are Buddhists. Both Sinhalese and Tamil are official languages.
The Burghers are largely English speaking. English is used extensively in
administration and education. [
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Sri Lanka's climate is tropical, with high humidity and year-round
temperatures averaging 80o to 83o F (27o to 28o C). Two monsoon seasons occur
each year. The southwest monsoon from May to October and the northeast monsoon
from December to March bring adequate amounts of rainfall. [
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The real jungle adventure! Accomodation at clay- and tree-hut
nature retreat in the wilderness of Southeast Sri Lanka. Situated in impressive
landscape near the northern boundary of Yala National Park. [
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The former capital Colombo, the only gateway to the splendid
island and the commercial and business centre is the city of happening in Sri
Lanka. Colombo is dotted with many interesting and important tourist
attractions including colonial era buildings. [
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That is where the advantage where you have the beach mostly to
your self. Nevertheless those who have identified it's secrets have been
visiting the town year after year. Other attractions in the area include many
old church buildings. [ More
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