Sri Lanka has so much to offer visitors in the way of culture, heritage and nature. Although the country has been torn by civil war for many years, there are still many areas which are safe for tourists to visit but caution must be exercised. This picturesque island is known by many names among them Serendib, Teardrop of India and Island of Dharma. Each of its names gives the visitor a clue into the richness and beauty of the island.
