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Photo: Rehman Abubakr, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0.Embark on a journey to the teardrop island of the Indian Ocean! Test your knowledge on Sri Lanka's rich history, stunning landscapes, unique wildlife, and vibrant cultural traditions.
Island Wanderer 0–4 · Curious Explorer 5–8 · True Local 9–10
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Sri Lanka was officially called Ceylon during British rule and kept the name until it became a republic in 1972. Serendib is an old Persian and Arabic name for the island. In 1754 the English writer Horace Walpole invented the word 'serendipity', inspired by a fairy tale called 'The Three Princes of Serendip', whose heroes kept making lucky discoveries.
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Sigiriya, also known as Lion Rock, is a stunning UNESCO World Heritage Site. King Kashyapa built his palace on top of this giant rock in the 5th century. Pidurangala is another massive rock nearby, known for its panoramic views of Sigiriya itself.
Photo: Wrobell, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0.
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Sirimavo Bandaranaike became the world's first female prime minister in 1960, leading the country then known as Ceylon. She served three terms in this role. Sri Lanka's first female president was her daughter, Chandrika Kumaratunga, elected in 1994.
Photo: Indiragandhifan, Wikimedia Commons, CC0.
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Adam's Peak, also known as Sri Pada, is a revered mountain where a rock formation resembles a footprint. Buddhists believe it belongs to Buddha, Hindus to Shiva, and Christians and Muslims to Adam. Pidurutalagala is the tallest mountain in Sri Lanka but does not have this pilgrimage footprint.
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Yala National Park, located in the southeast of the country, is famous for its high concentration of Sri Lankan leopards, making it a premier spot for wildlife safaris. Wilpattu is the largest national park in Sri Lanka and is known for its natural lakes, but Yala is the most famous for leopard sightings.
Photo: Ranmith Welikala, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0.
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Only about 7% of male Sri Lankan elephants actually grow tusks, unlike African elephants where both males and females typically have them. These tuskless males are locally referred to as 'aliyas'. Sri Lankan elephants also have smaller ears than African elephants.
Photo: Charles J. Sharp, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0.
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Hoppers, or appam, are made from a fermented batter of rice flour and coconut milk, cooked in a small, high-sided wok. They are often served with a fried egg cooked in the center. Wheat flour is rarely used for traditional hoppers, though it is common in other flatbreads like roti.
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Although cricket dominates the media and public interest, volleyball was officially declared Sri Lanka's national sport in 1991. The sport was introduced to the island in 1916 and quickly gained popularity across rural areas due to its simple setup and low cost.
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The Esala Perahera is a grand festival held in July or August featuring elegant dancers, drummers, and beautifully decorated elephants. It is held to pay homage to the Sacred Tooth Relic of Lord Buddha. The Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi tree is located in Anuradhapura, not Kandy.
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The Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic is located in the royal palace complex of the former Kingdom of Kandy. It is one of the most sacred Buddhist shrines in the world. Anuradhapura was an ancient capital and also holds sacred sites, but the tooth relic itself is kept in Kandy.
Photo: A.Savin, Wikimedia Commons, FAL.
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