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TRAVEL GUIDE: SRI LANKA

A small country with a great deal to offer, Sri Lanka combines modern cities and ancient architecture grandeur, tropical beaches and exotic animals, and continuously exhibits both its Western and Eastern influences. Here, you can purchase handmade goods at a local bazaar and discover the famous Ceylon tea estates as well as view the spectacular landscape.

Taprobane Island in Sri Lanka

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Taprobane Island
Nothing exudes luxury more than a decadent 5-suite villa on this private island. Located within wading distance from the shore of Sri Lanka, it has played vacation host to everyone from queens to writers and boasts jaw-dropping views, tropical gardens and a remarkable infinity pool.


For extensive information about the effects of the recent tsunami on Sri Lanka, please visit www.lankalibrary.com. For general information, visit Sri Lanka Tourist Board at www.srilankatourism.org.

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(Updated: 01/15/09 KR)

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