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🇱🇰 Sri Lanka Geography — Location, Area, Borders & Climate

Sri Lanka is a country in South Asia, Asia. It covers a total area of 65,610 km² and has a coastline of 1,340 km. It is an island nation with no land borders.

📐 Geographic Statistics

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Continent
Asia
geographical region
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Region
South Asia
sub-region
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Total Area
65,610 km²
land coverage
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Pop. Density
338/km²
people per km²
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Coastline
1,340 km
total shore length
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Timezone
UTC+5:30
UTC offset
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Independence
1948
established
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Climate
Tropical, two monsoon seasons
general type

Location and Position

Sri Lanka is situated in South Asia, within the broader continent of Asia. The country has a coastline of 1,340 km, giving it access to maritime trade, fishing and tourism. Coastal geography has played a major role in the country's historical development and economic activity.

Size and Area

Sri Lanka covers a total area of 65,610 km², making it one of the smaller countries in the world. With a population of 22.2M across this area, the population density is 338/km². The capital city is Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte.

Climate

The climate of Sri Lanka is tropical, two monsoon seasons. The best time to visit is generally December–March (west/south), May–September (east), when conditions are most favourable for travel.Climate varies by region within the country, so specific conditions depend on the area being visited.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Sri Lanka located?

Sri Lanka is located in South Asia, Asia. The capital city is Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte.

How large is Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka has a total area of 65,610 km² with a population density of 338/km².

What countries border Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka is an island nation and has no land borders.

What is the climate of Sri Lanka?

The climate of Sri Lanka is Tropical, two monsoon seasons. The best time to visit is December–March (west/south), May–September (east).

What timezone is Sri Lanka in?

Sri Lanka observes UTC+5:30 timezone.

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