The flag of Sri Lanka
The golden lion holding a sword is an ancient symbol of the Sinhalese people.
Quick facts
- Capital
- Colombo
- Region
- Southern Asia
- Currency
- Sri Lankan rupee
- Population
- 21,756,000
The flag of Sri Lanka is one of the most recognisable national symbols in Asia. The golden lion holding a sword is an ancient symbol of the Sinhalese people.
The flag of Sri Lanka
The golden lion holding a sword is an ancient symbol of the Sinhalese people. A flag tells the story of a nation — its history, its values and its people.
Capital and location
Colombo is the capital of Sri Lanka, in Southern Asia, part of Asia.
Currency
The official currency of Sri Lanka is the Sri Lankan rupee (LKR).
People
Sri Lanka is home to around 21,756,000 people.
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