Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka is a beautiful island country located in the Indian Ocean. It is known for its diverse geographical features that make it a unique place to visit.

  1. What are some of the main geographical features of Sri Lanka?
  2. Describe the coastline of Sri Lanka.
  3. What kind of wildlife can be found in Sri Lanka?
  4. How are the central highlands of Sri Lanka described?
  5. Why is Sri Lanka considered a wonderful place to explore?

A Visit to Colombo

Hi, my name is Olivia and I am 8 years old. I want to share with you all about my recent trip to the beautiful city of Colombo in Sri Lanka. It was such an exciting adventure!

  1. First, we visited the famous Gangaramaya Temple. The temple was so colorful and peaceful. I loved seeing all the different statues and decorations.

  1. What is the name of the child in the article?
  2. How old is Olivia?
  3. Where did Olivia visit in Colombo?
  4. Describe the Gangaramaya Temple in Colombo.
  5. Why did Olivia find the temple exciting?

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Your Turn...

After learning all about Sri Lanka, how about creating a guide for a tourist thinking about visiting? You should include a number of landmarks or tourist attractions they should visit. You could also find them accommodation and restaurants. You might design an itinerary on an online mapping site with directions to each place. Be inventive and see what you can produce!
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