The map above is that of Sri Lanka, an island country in Asia with over 21.6 million inhabitants.
Fast Topographic Facts About Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka, which was formerly known as Ceylon, is part of the wider Indian subcontinent. Its land area is around 25,000 square miles (about 64,000 square kilometers).
The capital city, Colombo, is located on the country’s west coast, near the Laccadive Sea.
The country’s highest peak is the Pidurutalagala mountain, which is part of the country’s Central Highlands. It is listed to have an elevation of more than 8,200 feet (2,500 meters). This peak is depicted in yellow on the map.
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