Why visit
Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte is the capital of Sri Lanka. A practical starting point for museums, food, and onward routes into the country.
Sri Lanka at a glance
Country center
7.0°, 81.0°
Coast
Has coastline
Country area
65,610 km²
25,332 mi²
Country population
21.9 million
334/km²
Subregion
Southern Asia
Currency
Sri Lankan rupee (Rs රු)
LKR
Dial
+94
Languages
Sinhala, Tamil
Demonym
Sri Lankan
Internet
.lk
UN
Member state
ISO code
LK / LKA
Where in the world
7.0° · 81.0°
Sri Lanka
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Did you know
- Sri Lanka is the first country in the world to have had a female prime minister (Sirimavo Bandaranaike, 1960).
- The country produces the bulk of the world's "Ceylon" tea: the name still used internationally.
- Adam's Peak is sacred to four religions: Buddhists, Hindus, Muslims, and Christians all revere the same summit.
Bordering Sri Lanka
Plan checks
- Choose a neighborhood first: many capitals have tourist centers that are not the best places to stay.
- Public transport passes usually beat taxis and rideshares for multi-day visits.
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Frequently asked about Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte
What currency is used in Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte?
Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte uses the Sri Lankan rupee (Rs රු), ISO code LKR.
What languages are spoken in Sri Lanka?
The primary languages are Sinhala and Tamil.
What is the international calling code for Sri Lanka?
The calling code is +94.
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