Sri Lanka, formerly known as Ceylon, is a paradise Island shaped like a tear drop in the Indian Ocean. Famous for its wonderful tea, Sri Lanka is a vibrant country with lush jungles, cool mountains, glorious beaches and abundant wildlife. You will never be short of something to do on the island, there are cultural sites including ancient temples and cities, aromatic tea plantations and exhilarating waterfalls in the rolling hill country. The famous Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage is also a “must-see” on this paradise island.