Ceylon, the former name of Sri Lanka, is a magical paradise island in the Indian Ocean, with beautiful long and wide beaches, abundant natural attractions, ancient art and architecture, a rich diverse culture with Colonial influences, and warm, friendly people.

This enchanting tropical paradise is found off the southern tip of India. It has been described as the center of the world and the place which Adam stepped onto when he was thrown out of Eden. It has been at the crossroads of ocean trade and civilization throughout history. Serendib, Taprobane, Ceylan, Ceilao, Zeilan, and Ceylon were some of its names given by ancient traders, explorers, and pilgrims from all over the world. It is no wonder that this exotic land was on the first world map of Ptolemy and was the visiting place of Sinbad and Marco Polo, who claimed it the finest island of its size in the world