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 Lanka
Sri Lanka Myna Gracula ptilogenys 1846 The Sri Lanka Myna, Gracula ptilogenys, is a Sri Lanka.
Sri Lanka Matha Sri Lanka Matha is the Sri Lanka.
Open University of Sri Lanka The Open University of Sri Lanka (OUSL) is the one of the recognized Universities in Sri La...
http://www.brainyencyclopedia.com/topics/lanka.html   (729 words)

  
 Sri Lanka - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The island was known in ancient times as Sinhale, Lanka, Lankadeepa (Sanskrit for "resplendent land"), Simoundou, Taprobane (from the Sanskrit Tāmaraparnī), Serendib (from the Sanskrit Sinhala-dweepa), and Selan.
Most historians believe that the prince Vijaya came to Sri Lanka from Orissa, in north-eastern India, during the 6th century BC (some historians trace the origins back some 25,000 years) and started to rule the native people in Sri Lanka.
The island of Sri Lanka, lies within the Indian Ocean, with the Bay of Bengal to the northeast.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sri_Lanka   (2599 words)

  
 MSN Encarta - Sri Lanka
The island of Sri Lanka is roughly pear-shaped.
The Palk Strait and Gulf of Mannār separate Sri Lanka from India.
Sri Lanka, in full, Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka, island republic in the Indian Ocean, lying off the southeastern tip of the Indian subcontinent.
http://encarta.msn.com/encyclopedia_761568352/Sri_Lanka.html   (922 words)

  
 WWW Virtual Library Sri Lanka - History & Archaeology
The arrival of Buddhism in Sri Lanka (In BC 306, (i.e., 237 years after the demise of the Buddha), the Arhat Mahinda, the illustrious apostle of Buddhism met King Devanampiyatissa (307-267 BC) of Sri Lanka, atop the Mihintale rock..)
Ancient ports in Sri Lanka (Jambukola and Mahatittha are two ports mentioned frequently in the Mahavamsa, in its resume of the history of the island.
Five centuries before Christ, Sri Lanka was a land throbbing with vitality and a well-ordered civilization.
http://www.lankalibrary.com/geo.html   (5200 words)

  
 Encyclopedia4U - Sri Lanka - Encyclopedia Article
Known in ancient times as Taprobane and Serendip (derived from the Sanskrit name Sinhala-dweepa), the island was formerly known as Ceylon, a name still used on occasion, with the current name Sri Lanka meaning "Resplendent Land" in Sanskrit.
Adam's Bridge, a land connection to the Indian mainland that according to Hindu mythology was constructed during the rule of Rama, is now mostly submerged with only a chain of limestone shoals remaining above sea level.
Today, Sri Lanka has the highest per capita income among major countries in the region.
http://www.encyclopedia4u.com/s/sri-lanka.html   (1037 words)

  
 Lanka - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Lanka is also mentioned frequently in other Hindu scriptures, such as the Vedas and Hindi poems written by Tulsidas.
In the present day, it is now referred to as Sri Lanka.
Lanka (Sanskrit/Hindi लकां lankā, means "island") is the name given in Hinduism to the island fortress capital of the evil king Ravana in the epic Ramayana.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lanka   (109 words)

  
 Sri Lanka --  Encyclopædia Britannica
The legislative and judicial capital of Sri Lanka is Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte, a suburb of Colombo.
The shieldtail, or rough-scale, snakes (family Uropeltidae) are confined to India and the island of Sri Lanka.
More results on "Sri Lanka" when you join.
http://www.britannica.com/eb/article-9108590   (858 words)

  
 LK Domain Registry - Home
and Eng., University of Moratuwa, Katubedda, Sri Lanka
http://www.nic.lk   (82 words)

  
 USAID - Asia and the Near East - Countries - Sri Lanka
Energized by the peace, Sri Lanka's economy grew by 4 percent in 2002 and 5.2 percent in 2003.
The ceasefire agreement between the Government of Sri Lanka and the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam has allowed USAID to focus on a longer-term program to strengthen democratic institutions and build the foundations for a lasting peace.
Despite the fragility of the peace process, the situation in Sri Lanka today is more hopeful than it has been in many years.
http://www.usaid.gov/locations/asia_near_east/countries/srilanka/srilanka.html   (666 words)

  
 Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka: Government - Government Sri Lanka is governed under the constitution of 1978.
Sri Lanka - Sri Lanka [Sinhalese,=resplendent land], formerly Ceylon,ancient Taprobane, officially Democratic...
Atlas: Sri Lanka - Facts on Sri Lanka: flags, maps, geography, history, statistics, disasters current events, and international relations.
http://www.infoplease.com/ipa/A0107992.html   (1033 words)

  
 Sri Lanka Tours: Extensive Tour in Sri Lanka (SriLanka / Ceylon)
Get to know what Sri Lanka is like from the country's overview: its topography, climate, people, culture, society, and religion.
Explore the beauty of Sri Lanka with one of our exploring tours or learn the history of Buddhism by taking one of our heritage tours.
Sri Lanka is a wonderful country full of mystery and amaze.
http://www.sri-lanka-tour.com   (263 words)

  
 Sri Lanka News - LankaPage.com - Latest Hot News from Sri Lanka
Oct 25 (The Standard) A member of Sri Lanka's deadly Tamil Tiger rebel group, who claims to have been tortured for fighting for an independent Tamil state, is now battling to break the shackles on his freedom in Hong Kong.
Welcoming the decision, the Sri Lanka government said, “It would lead to a widening and strengthening of bilateral relations.” Sri Lanka will provide all necessary facilities to South Africa to have the new mission functioning soon.
A week prior to the opening a group from Arklow will travel to Sri Lanka to assist with the finishing touches, including painting and decorating of the orphanage and will be there to witness the first children arriving on November 28th.
http://www.lankapage.com   (3111 words)

  
 Peace in Sri Lanka
The Government of Sri Lanka and the LTTE invited Mr.
Furuhovde will consult with representatives of both the Government of Sri Lanka (GOSL) and the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), seeking their views on the status of the security situation and the implementation of the Ceasefire Agreement.
(Daily Mirror) Despite protests by the Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission, an LTTE Court yesterday further remanded the three Sri Lankan policemen, who were arrested on Sept. 9 for entering rebel-held territory...
http://www.peaceinsrilanka.org   (2621 words)

  
 People's Liberation Front(JVP) - Sri Lanka
Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) of Sri Lanka was founded on the 14th of May 1965.
Chinese ambassador in Sri Lanka with the memento presented at the commemoration ceremony of 56
The only surviving political bureau member comrade Somawansa Amarasinghe left Sri Lanka and lead the party from abroad.
http://www.jvpsrilanka.com   (471 words)

  
 Sri Lanka: Travel and Exports Information - Sri Lanka News
The Tsunami struck Sri Lanka on Sunday 26th December 2004.
Many hotels in Sri Lanka are unaffected by the Tsunami and are fully operational.
We shall be happy to assist in your hotel bookings for all other properties in Sri Lanka.
http://www.srilanka.com   (347 words)

  
 BBC SPORT Cricket World Cup 2003 Team Pages Sri Lanka crush Canada
Chaminda Vaas, who took four wickets in the first over of Sri Lanka's last match against Bangladesh, was once again on fire and his pace and accuracy was matched by Prabath Nissanka.
Paceman Fernando joined the Sri Lanka party to remove Thuraisingam and Ashish Bagai before Muttiah Muralitharan completed Canada's misery with the wicket of Austin Codrington.
Not one Canada batsman reached double figures, their top-scorers being opener Desmond Chumney and captain Joe Harris who both made nine.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport3/cwc2003/hi/newsid_2770000/newsid_2776100/2776115.stm   (495 words)

  
 albawaba.com middle east news information::Sri Lanka rejects Israel relief delegation
However, Israel is dispatching supplies at Sri Lanka's request, including 10,000 blankets contributed by the Israeli army, tents, nylon sheeting and water containers.
It is filling a jumbo jet with 18 tons of supplies worth $50,000, at Sri Lanka's request.
the Sri Lanka Government, should reject, (2004-12-28, 19:22)
http://www.albawaba.com/en/news/178680   (281 words)

  
 Sri Lanka Web Links: Library and Links: Jeannette Rankin Library Program: U.S. Institute of Peace
Documents concerning Sri Lanka from the UN special rapporteurs, working groups and commissions can be accessed through a search by country.
Agreement on a ceasefire between the Government of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka and the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam
Statement issued May 6, 2000 and one of several media releases on Sri Lanka from the Asian Human Rights Commission.
http://www.usip.org/library/regions/sri_lanka.html   (1398 words)

  
 TamilNet
Motorbike-riding gunmen followed and shot a Sri Lanka Police constable who was on his way to his post at Jeyanthipuram in Batticaloa.
Erik Solheim, 50, the Special Envoy to Sri Lanka is the new Development Minister.
Trincomalee District Tamil Peoples' Consortium (TDTPC) made a complaint to the Sri Lanka Monitoring Commission against "high-handed action" of the Sri Lanka armed forces in down-town, Trincomalee on 24 October around 3.00 p.m.
http://www.tamilnet.com   (1995 words)

  
 Sri Lanka
CNN News on Sri Lanka as of February 23, 1996
The Devolution Law of Sri Lanka: a Critique, An Examination of the Chapter on Devolution in the Proposals for Constitutional Reform in Sri Lanka, An ACSLU Report, AUSTRALIAN CENTRE FOR SRI LANKAN UNITY, P.O.Box 536, Toowong QLD 4066, AUSTRALIA
The Society for Peace, Unity and Rehabilitation in Sri Lanka of South Australia
http://www.mtholyoke.edu/acad/intrel/srilanka.htm   (469 words)

  
 CIA - The World Factbook -- Sri Lanka
The Sinhalese arrived in Sri Lanka late in the 6th century B.C., probably from northern India.
As Ceylon, it became independent in 1948; its name was changed to Sri Lanka in 1972.
CIA - The World Factbook -- Sri Lanka
http://www.cia.gov/cia/publications/factbook/geos/ce.html   (1339 words)

  
 Feminism in Sri Lanka
The Women's Liberation Movement of Sri Lanka is dedicated to bringing more equal rights to the women factory workers in Sri Lanka.
Deforestation, Women and Forestry: The Case of Sri Lanka.
For more information, please write to: The Women's Liberation Movement of Sri Lanka, 54 Tudella, Ja-ela, Sri Lanka.
http://www.cddc.vt.edu/feminism/sri.html   (432 words)

  
 SRI LANKA Textile News Summaries
Also A&E operations in India have been merged with Sri Lanka......
[Dec 11, 2004] India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh have a potential to create the the second largest trade bloc in the world......
http://sri-lanka.textilenews.org   (4029 words)

  
 Sri Lanka Newspapers - Sri Lanka News Updates around the clock
The extremist groups in the North and the South cannot muster even ten per cent of Sri Lanka`s total number of votes, she has said.
The experts invited to the meet, presented their view to the EU representatives on the peace process in Sri Lanka.
Minister Bandaranaike who returned from an official tour in the Maldives told the Daily Mirror he had informed the Sri Lanka Ambassador in Maldives to get in touch with the Sheraton hotelier who was out of Maldives during the Minister`s visit.
http://www.lankanewspapers.com   (3119 words)

  
 Welcome :: SPUR - Society for Peace, Unity and human Rights in Sri Lanka
The history, culture, politics and other related issues pertaining to Sri Lanka and her peoples, with special emphasis on the present conflict
Chronology of Suicide Bomb Attacks by Tamil Tigers in Sri Lanka
LTTE Plot to assassinate President of Sri Lanka
http://www.spur.asn.au   (195 words)

  
 Lanka Post
CIA - The World Factbook -- Sri Lanka
The horrendous assassination of Foreign Minister Lakshman Kadirgamar on August 12 had threatened to unleash another round of war and terrorism in Sri Lanka.
Welcome to the Sri Lanka Web Community Center
http://archive.wn.com/2005/08/26/1400/lankapost   (633 words)

  
 Send gifts online to Sri Lanka - Islandwide Delivery
Sri Lanka: 400/60/7 Sarana Road, Colombo 7, Sri Lanka.
Online Gift Delivery Services of Sri Lanka - Bringing Sri Lanka One Step Closer to You.
Send gifts online to Sri Lanka with delivery confirmation.
http://www.lanka.us/GiftsOnline_Sri_Lanka.asp   (420 words)

  
 Sri lanka News Web ::: Sri Lanka Daily News, Breaking News and Sinhala News
Papers, Sri Lanka Radio Station News and TV News from Sri Lanka.
Sri Lanka News Coverage is made of Sri Lanka Defense News, Latest updates of North-East situation, LTTE, Ealam,Sri Lanka Politics, Sri Lanka Cricket and Sri Lanka Business and Cultural News
We provide Sri Lanka News - As hot as ever - They are taken from all News Sources providing Reliable News Services of Sri Lanka., We provide News from Sri Lanka News
http://info.lk/slnews   (200 words)

  
 Welcome to Island Tours - Sri Lankan Tours, Hotels & Transport
During the month of August every year the gloriously colourful Esala Prehera takes place which is the best cultural pagent in Sri Lanka.
This annual event is organized by the Sri Dalada Maligawa.
Check out our latest tour packages where you can meet other travelers from around the world who are interested in traveling to Sri Lanka.
http://www.islandtours.lk   (243 words)

  
 Political Resources on the Net - Sri Lanka I
The Devolution Law of Sri Lanka: a Critique
Ilankai Tamil Sangam, USA Association of Tamil from Eelam and Sri Lanka in the US
Friends of Sri Lanka in the U.S. Jayasikuru Join in our pursuit to rid the world of Terrorism
http://www.politicalresources.net/sri_lanka.htm   (178 words)

  
 University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka
The General convocation of the University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka will be held on 11th March 2005 in two sessions, Morning and Evening commencing 9.30 a.m.
the Internet service provider to the Academic community in Sri Lanka.
dedicated to enhance educational facilities and opportunities in Sri Lanka
http://www.mrt.ac.lk   (439 words)

  
 Lanka Link :: Linking Sri Lankans & Businesses
Lanka Link :: Linking Sri Lankans & Businesses
http://www.lankalinksystems.com   (8 words)

  
 OurLanka.com - Exclusive web directory and internet portal for Sri Lanka
Our mission is to maintain a 'quality but a quantity' web-portal for Sri Lanka.
OurLanka.com is an exclusive web guide and a directory for Internet sites of Sri Lanka.
Do you support the introduction of English medium education in Sri Lanka?
http://www.ourlanka.com   (61 words)

  
 100 plus pages with everything you ever wanted to know about Sri Lanka.
At time humorous, sometimes sad, and occasionally serious look at current events and happenings in Sri Lanka.
Home :  Search :  Sri Lanka :  Shareware :  Mail & News
100 plus pages with everything you ever wanted to know about Sri Lanka.
http://www.webquarry.com/~raditha/srilanka   (294 words)

  
 Lanka Academic Network
We also provide news and information about Sri Lanka through this web site.
ies in Sri Lanka by increasing the accessibility of the internet to its students.
mind that you want to do in Sri Lanka?
http://www.lacnet.org   (151 words)

  
 washingtonpost.com: Sri Lanka
A detailed list of facts and figures for Sri Lanka.
Survivors: In Sri Lanka, a Vacationing Family Meets the Ultimate Challenge
In Sri Lanka, a Frustrating Limbo: Rules Leave Tsunami Survivors Unable to Rebuild Lives
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/world/asia/southasia/srilanka   (333 words)

  
 Welcome To Lanka.ca - Lanka Canada Tamil Sinhalese -A Place for Sri Lankan Canadians
Tamil LTTE Sri Lanka Sinhalese Canadain VVT AK Kannan Tamil LTTE Sri Lanka Sinhalese Canadain VVT AK Kannan Welcome To Lanka.ca
Welcome To Lanka.ca - Lanka Canada Tamil Sinhalese -A Place for Sri Lankan Canadians
You can find all the sri lankan Canadian related information from sri lankan Canadian Explorer.
http://lanka.ca   (213 words)

  
 Welcome to the Sri Lanka Web Community Center for all web design hosting and Sri Lanka Information
Info.lk was established in 1997 January as a website for providing Sinhala fonts Sri Lanka News, Sports and Sri Lanka search engine with Links to Sri Lanka Web Sites providing Sri Lanka web desigining and Sri Lanka web hosting and e commerce services.
Welcome to the Sri Lanka Web Community Center for all web design hosting and Sri Lanka Information
Mahinda - Sri Lanka Tsunami - Creative Webs - Web Hosting - For Web Masters - Sri Lanka Travel Guides - Sri Lanka Hotels -
http://www.info.lk   (183 words)

  
 Kaputa Chat Room - Sri Lanka Chat
Kaputa Sri Lanka Chat is the place where chatters from Sri Lanka come to chat with Sri Lankans around the world.
Kaputa Chat Room : Sri Lanka Chat - Are you from Sri Lanka?
You may not insult any person or race
http://www.kaputa.com/chat   (60 words)

  
 exotic tours - SINCE 1994 - Home - Sri Lanka cheap discount bargain hotels holidays
For more detailed information on Sri Lanka, and for the lowest prices on your luxury holiday in Exotic Sri Lanka, please visit http://TheExoticSriLanka.com
LOW COST LUXURY TOURS to Sri Lanka from just EURO 47
All our tours are BOOKED AND CONFIRMED FOR ONLY $10 PER PERSON, BALANCE PAID AFTER ARRIVAL in Sri Lanka!
http://www.exotic.lk   (182 words)

  
 Home Page - Central Bank of Sri Lanka
Address: Information Department, Level 9, Central Bank of Sri Lanka, No: 30, Janadhipathi Mawatha, Colombo 01, Sri Lanka.
Home Page - Central Bank of Sri Lanka
http://www.lanka.net/centralbank   (26 words)

  
 LANKA BUSINESS ONLINE
Small is beautiful: Sri Lanka should look out says TATA Executive Director
Second Thoughts: Sri Lanka monk regrets foray into politics
Nothing Amiss: Sri Lanka's Central Bank clears Harry J
http://www.lankabusinessonline.com   (187 words)

  
 Reuters AlertNet - Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka's Tamil Tiger rebel TV expands to Asia
(Repeats to further subscribers) By Simon Gardner COLOMBO, Aug 4 (Reuters) - Sri Lanka's Tamil Tiger rebels warned on Thursday that a 3-1/2-year ceasefire will lose meaning unless the government...
COLOMBO, Aug 4 (Reuters) - An angry mob hacked a policemen to death in northern Sri Lanka on Thursday after a soldier accidentally shot a barber during a visit to the hairdresser, the military said...
http://www.alertnet.org/thefacts/countryprofiles/220170.htm   (279 words)

  
 Sri Lanka Government official Web Portal
We are sure that you are one of them and so that following links might be useful in organizing your visit to Sri Lanka.
This section provides information to plan your next holiday to explore Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka has been a well known destination for travelers.
http://www.gov.lk   (174 words)

  
 National Library - Sri Lanka
No 14, Independence Avenue Colombo 07, Sri Lanka
Contact Us No 14, Independence Avenue, Colombo 07, Sri Lanka
Tsunami affected Libraries in Sri Lanka; Damages, Reconstructions
http://www.natlib.lk   (76 words)

  
 Sri Lanka CD
Join the lankans who own this prestigious Sri Lanka CD
of Sri Lanka in Your Desk Top Now!
http://www.fortunecity.com/skyscraper/oracle/418   (67 words)

  
 Cricinfo - Sri Lanka
Sa'adi Thawfeeq on the rise of Sri Lanka's legspinner
Sajeewa Weerakoon will have to bide his time
Sri Lanka A v New Zealand A scorecard
http://www.cricinfo.com/link_to_database/NATIONAL/SL   (120 words)

  
 LAcNet Donation Page
9603 Avenel Road, Silver Spring MD Be sure to note that the donation is intended to help Tsunami victims in Sri Lanka.
Donations to Help Tsunami Victims in Sri Lanka
Please check the update pages avaialble through www.theacademic.org for upto date information on how your donation is being used for Tsunami Relief Work in Sri Lanka.
http://www.lakmal.com/donation/lacnet.html   (201 words)

  
 Sri Lanka Travel Information Lonely Planet Destination Guide
Elephants in Sri Lanka were once royal property, and it was forbidden to kill them.
Today there are only about 2800 wild elephants left, compared with 12,000 in 1900.
For a small island, Sri Lanka has many nicknames: Serendib, Ceylon, Teardrop of India, Resplendent Isle, Island of Dharma, Pearl of the Orient.
http://www.lonelyplanet.com/worldguide/destinations/asia/sri-lanka   (304 words)

  
 Government Information Department
Ministry of Relief, Rehabilitation and Reconciliation of Sri Lanka
The Agriculture Ministry has decided to amend the existing import tax imposed on chemicals and other research equipment imported by the Department of Export Agriculture for various research activities.
http://www.news.lk   (81 words)

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