Sri Lanka Flora & Resources
Superhero Alter Egos
Classic Snacks
100

This fruit, known as the "King" variety in Sri Lanka, provides a sweet water popular with tourists.

What is a King Coconut (Thambili)?

100

When this superhero isn't swinging from webs in New York, he's high schooler Peter Parker.

Who is Spiderman?

100

These "tiny" chocolate biscuits shaped like a specific bear are a lunchbox staple.

What are Tiny Teddies?

200

Sri Lanka is one of the world's largest exporters of this beverage, known by the island's former colonial name.

What is Ceylon Tea?

200

This superhero is actually billionaire Tony Stark.

Who is Iron Man?

200

Often served at birthday parties, this "snack" consists of white bread, butter, and a generous coating of 100s & 1000s.

What is fairy bread?

300

This hardwood tree, known for its dark, heavy timber, is the national tree of Sri Lanka.

What is Ironwood (Na-tree)?

300

This Man of Steel works as a reporter for the Daily Planet under the name Clark Kent.

Who is Superman?

300

A square of sponge cake coated in a layer of chocolate icing and rolled in desiccated coconut.

What is a lamington?

400

This blue gemstone is one of Sri Lanka’s most famous exports; Princess Diana’s engagement ring featured one.

What is a sapphire?

400

This Amazonian princess goes by the secret identity Diana Prince.

Who is Wonder Woman?

400

These ring-shaped, potato-based snacks are famously worn on your fingers before you eat them.

What are Burger Rings?

500

This flower, which floats on the surface of freshwater ponds, is the national flower of the island.

What is the Blue Water Lily (Nil Mahanel)?

500

This giant is the alter-ego of the brilliant but stressed-out scientist Bruce Banner.

Who is the Hulk?

500

This iconic chocolate biscuit is best enjoyed by biting off opposite corners and using it as a straw for tea or coffee.

What is a Tim Tam?