Separated from India by the Palk Strait, Sri Lanka, formerly known as Ceylon (ancient Greek geographers called it Taprobane. Arabs referred to it as Serendib), it is one of the most popular destinations for Indian travellers. Known for its rolling tea estates, historical ruins, silken beaches, a lavish culinary spread and its ancient connection with the epic Ramayana, Sri Lanka is just a hop, skip, jump from India, And extremely affordable.
