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Sri Lanka is an affordable destination rich in history and wildlife experiences.

Sri Lanka is an affordable destination rich in history and wildlife experiences.

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COLOMBO, Sri Lanka – Just under four hours away from Singapore, another island brims with the history and melting-pot culture of the four major religions of the world.

Sri Lanka, a country of about 22 million, may not spring to mind as readily as Thailand or Bali in Indonesia when considering budget travel destinations close to home.

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