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Known by a flotilla of aliases, the Resplendent Isle is one of gorgeous beaches, tea plantations and ancient cities. Scuba dive, visit an elephant orphanage and a lagoon of singing fish, explore dense jungle, shrines and temples. Situated just 20 miles off India, the island formerly known as Ceylon is home to 20 million people. Long troubled by fighting between government and ethnic Tamil forces, the latest ceasefire broke down in January 2008, so check the political situation before planning a... more » Known by a flotilla of aliases, the Resplendent Isle is one of gorgeous beaches, tea plantations and ancient cities. Scuba dive, visit an elephant orphanage and a lagoon of singing fish, explore dense jungle, shrines and temples. Situated just 20 miles off India, the island formerly known as Ceylon is home to 20 million people. Long troubled by fighting between government and ethnic Tamil forces, the latest ceasefire broke down in January 2008, so check the political situation before planning a visit. « less

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