Where is Sri Lanka located in the world?
In South East Asia
How many colors are there in Sri Lankan flag?
Green, Orange, Maroon and Yellow
What was the first film to be produced and shown in Sri Lanka?
"Kadawunu Poronduwa"
What was the day Sri Lanka experienced Tsunami that caused devastation?
December 26, 2004
Who is the current president in Sri Lanka?
Ranil Wickremesinghe
What is the capital of Sri Lanka?
Sri Jayawardenapura - Kotte
Name 4 main religions practiced in Sri Lanka?
Buddhism, Hindiusm,Christianity, Islam
Which was the first color film of Sri Lanka?
'Ranmuthu Duwa'
Who are the three European nations that invaded Sri Lanka?
Portuguese, Dutch and British
What are some of other names Sri Lanka is known as?
Ceylon, Seelan, Serendib
Where is the Elephant Orphanage in Sri Lanka located?
Pinnawala
What is the most sacred tree in Sri Lanka and where is it located?
Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi in Anuradhapura
Name one internationally renowned traditional dancer in Sri Lanka?
Chithrasena, Vajira, Pani Bharatha
When did Sri Lanka gained it's independence from British?
In February 4, 1948
What is the most sacred mountain in Sri Lanka
Adam's Peak
What is the longest River in Sri Lanka?
Mahaweli River. Length 208 miles
Name one of the leaders who fought for independence of Sri Lanka.
Mr. D. S. Senanayake,
Sir Ponnambalam Ramanadan
Sir D.B. Jayathilaka
Mr. F. R. Senanayake
Sir Ponnambalam Arunachalam
Name one Hollywood film at was filmed in Sri Lanka?
'Bridge on the River Kwai', 'Indiana Jones: Temple of the Doom'
What was the 1st kingdom in Sri Lanka and who ruled it?
Anuradhapura, King Pandukabhaya
What is the national sport of Sri Lanka?
Volleyball
What is the longest Bridge in Sri Lanka?
Southern Expressway across the Benthara River.
What is the source name 'Sri Lanka' is derived from?
Sanskrit
Name one actor or actress in Sri Lanka who won an International award?
Joe Abeywickrama, Malini Fonseka, Jagath Chamila
Who was ruling Anuradhapura Kingdom before king Dutugamunu took over after a war?
King Elara
Students in Sri Lanka can receive a free education until they graduate from university. Who was the pioneer to establish that?
Mr. C.W.W. Kannangara