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1. Nepal is a landlocked country in the mountainous areas of South Asia, located at the southern foot of the Himalayas, bordering China in the north and India on the other three sides.

2. India is located in the northern hemisphere, between 8 24 ′ ~ 37 36 ′ north latitude and 68 7 ′ ~ 97 25 ′ east longitude.

3. China is located in the east of Asia and on the west coast of the Pacific Ocean. It starts from the center of Heilongjiang River near Mohe River in the north and reaches Zengmu shoal in Nansha Islands in the south. From the Pamirs in the west to the confluence of Heilongjiang and Wusuli rivers in the east.

4. Sri Lanka is located in the south of Asia and the southeast of the Indian Peninsula, belonging to South Asian countries. Located between 5 degrees 55 minutes and 9 degrees 50 minutes north latitude and 79 degrees 42 minutes and 81 degrees 53 minutes east longitude.

1. In the Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal, the Himalayas are the natural border between China and Nepal, including Mount Everest, and eight of the top ten peaks in the world are on the border between China and Nepal. The total area of the country is 147,181 square kilometers, and the total population in 2016 was about 28.98 million.

Nepal is an inland mountain country in South Asia, located at the southern foot of the Himalayas, bordering China in the north and India on the other three sides. The whole country is divided into three climatic zones: northern mountain, central temperate zone and southern subtropical zone. The lowest temperature in northern winter is -41℃, and the highest temperature in southern summer is 45℃.

2. India, the abbreviation of the Republic of India, is located in the south of Asia. It is the largest country in the South Asian subcontinent and one of the oldest ancient civilizations, with gorgeous diversity and rich cultural heritage and tourism resources. It borders Bangladesh, Myanmar, People's Republic of China (PRC), Bhutan, Nepal and Pakistan, and faces Sri Lanka and Maldives across the sea.

Ancient Indians created a splendid ancient civilization, and India is also the birthplace of Buddhism, one of the three major religions in the world. It covers an area of about 2.98 million square kilometers (excluding the Indian-occupied area of the Sino-Indian border and the actual control area of Kashmir, etc.). The Indian government claims that its territory is 3,287,800 square kilometers. India ranks seventh in the world in area. India, located in the south of Asia, is the largest country in the South Asian subcontinent.

3. The land area of China is about 9.6 million square kilometers, the coastline of the eastern and southern continents is more than 18,000 kilometers, and the water area of the inland sea and the border sea is about 4.7 million square kilometers. There are more than 7,600 large and small islands in the sea area, of which Taiwan Province Island is the largest, with an area of 35,798 square kilometers. China borders 14 countries and is adjacent to the sea of 8 countries. The provincial administrative divisions are 23 provinces, 5 autonomous regions, 4 municipalities directly under the Central Government and 2 special administrative regions.

China is one of the countries with the longest history in the world, with splendid culture and glorious revolutionary tradition, and the number of world heritage is leading the world. After the founding of New China in 1949, it entered the period of socialist revolution and construction, and realized the transition to socialism in 1956. Since then, socialist construction has developed in a tortuous way.

After the "Cultural Revolution", we carried out reform and opening up and concentrated our efforts on socialist modernization along the road of Socialism with Chinese characteristics. After long-term efforts, Socialism with Chinese characteristics has entered a new era.

4. Sri Lanka is a tropical island country, located in the Indian Ocean and a member of the Commonwealth. In ancient times, China once called it Lion Country, Shizi Country and Sinhalese.

Sri Lanka's economy is dominated by agriculture, and the country's most important export product is Ceylon black tea. The country is also one of the three largest tea-producing countries in the world, so the domestic economy is deeply affected by the tea production. In the process of liberalization, the growth rate continues to accelerate.

Sri Lanka's greatest advantage lies in its mining industry and geographical location. It is an island rich in precious stones, the top five gem producing countries in the world, and is known as the "gem island". Therefore, in the initial stage of the economy, mining has given it many advantages in its initial development. The export value of gemstones can reach 500 million US dollars every year, and rubies, sapphires and cat's eyes are the most famous.

Source of reference: Baidu Encyclopedia-People's Republic of China (PRC)

Source of reference: Baidu Encyclopedia-South Asia

1. Introduction to Sri Lanka (know Sri Lanka)

Sri Lanka not only has many religious sites and beautiful natural environment, but also has exotic customs and town facilities left over from the maritime colonial period. For train fans, Sri Lanka has another way to play. Of course, the first one is the seaside train from Colombo to Galle in the south. Countless travelers took pains to repeat this beautiful scene. With a pure cup of Ceylon black tea in one hand and a hardcover English novel in the other, I snuggled against the window of the train, staring at the distance, letting the sea breeze blow my long hair, and seagulls lingering by the window ...

Known as the "tears in the Indian Ocean", she has beautiful beaches, a thousand-year-old city, castles in the Netherlands and rich tropical flora and fauna. This country infiltrated by Buddhism is still in full bloom despite the war.

Bolongnaruwa, Anura Depreux and Lion Rock are the most famous relics in the ancient country of Ceylon, and the Buddha's Tooth Temple in Kandy and the sacred site of Adam Peak are cultural shrines where pilgrims gather.

2. Colombo

1) Introduction to Colombo.

The capital and largest city of Sri Lanka, and the national political, economic, cultural and transportation center. An important port in the Indian Ocean and a world-famous artificial seaport. Located on the southwest coast of Sri Lanka Island, bordering on the Indian Ocean and bounded by the Keleni River in the north. It is the gateway to Sri Lanka and is known as the "crossroads of the East".

The capital of Sri Lanka, where there are charming coastal scenery, noisy night market casinos, towering skyscrapers, resplendent temples and halls, stroll among them and find the paradise of the sea.

2) Colombo attractions in Colombo

national museum

The National Museum in Rilanka is the oldest museum in Sri Lanka. The National Museum, founded in 1877, displays precious cultural relics from various historical periods. The museum has a collection of cultural relics from various historical periods in Sri Lanka, including various fossils, ancient bronzes, bronze carvings, stone carvings, precious stones, ancient warrior masks, ancient maps, flags, various knitwear, metal products, lacquerware, porcelain, exquisite handicrafts, famous murals, the armor of the last generation of King Kandy, and the lion throne shipped from Kandy.

thuparama dagaba

DagobaofThuparama is the earliest stupa in ancient Sri Lanka, which was later destroyed. The existing Dubolomota was rebuilt in the mid-19th century, and its shape changed the shape of the original grain pile and adopted the shape of an inverted bell. The skewed stone pillars around tell the history of the unique round stupa in Lanka.

ancient city of sigiriya

The ancient city of Xi Giria should have been recognized as one of the wonders of the world long ago, and now it has been formally proposed to be listed as the eighth wonder of the world's historic sites. The ancient city of West Giria is the best-preserved urban center in Asia for thousands of years, and the traditional Sri Lankan architectural style is vividly displayed here: the gardens under the trees, the paths and the waterside pavilions blend together; Symmetric and asymmetric architectural elements complement each other; The varied plane, axis and radius design are perfectly combined; The central boulder standing 200 meters high in the ancient city rises from the ground; East and west, two moats and three walls surround two rectangular urban areas.

3) Colombo traffic

At present, the only port to enter Sri Lanka from other countries is Bandaranaike International Airport in Colombo, 36 kilometers away from downtown Colombo. You can take a taxi from the airport to the city, which takes about 1 hour and costs 500 rupees. You can also take the bus, Bus No.187 to Colombo Railway Station and Fort. The ticket is 50 rupees, but the station is far away. Turn right when you get out of the iron gate of the airport, and it takes about fifteen minutes to walk. Turn right when you get out of the iron gate of the airport, or you can take a trampoline to the downtown area, about 100 rupees, and you can bargain. The existing railway in Sri Lanka is 1944 kilometers. The train is an important means of transportation from Colombo to other cities in Sri Lanka. The train in Sri Lanka is bumpy in some places. Generally speaking, it is a relatively comfortable tourist transportation and the main means of transportation for tourists to travel in Sri Lanka. Colombo Railway Station has opened domestic trains to Kandy, Jaffna and other places. Colombo's railway station is close to the financial district fortress, ten minutes' walk away, and there are direct trains to the suburb of Levilia Mountain, the ancient city of Kandy and the southern seashore. Locals rarely travel by train, and the seats are very empty. Generally, the second-class fare from Colombo to the ancient city of Kandy is 96 rupees, which takes 3 hours.

4) Colombo cuisine in Colombo

As a national city, Colombo has gathered delicious food from all over the world, including local restaurants in Sri Lanka, Indian restaurants and Muslim restaurants. Because of the deep influence of colonial culture, there are also various western-style restaurants here. In addition, Chinese restaurants, Thai restaurants and Japanese restaurants are becoming more and more common because of the influx of foreigners.

5) Colombo accommodation

Accommodation in Colombo is a headache for many tourists who come to Sri Lanka for the first time. It is scattered, expensive and uneven, so many tourists give up living in Colombo and live in Negombo.

3. Kandi Kandy

1) Introduction of Kandi Kandy

Kandy is the cultural capital of Sri Lanka, the seat of Buddha's Tooth Temple, a sacred Buddhist temple, and one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Kandy Canyon is surrounded by mountains, and colorful outdoor performances are held here every year.

The holy city of Kandy used to be the capital of Sri Lanka, and most of the buildings are of great significance in Sri Lanka's history, especially Buddhist temples, among which the Buddha's Tooth Temple is a famous holy place for worshipping Buddha's teeth.

Mid-levels of Kandy City are all kinds of hotels, resorts and Guest House. The mountains are quiet and the air is fresh. It is an absolute place to stay in Kandy at all prices. Of course, the road up the mountain is rugged, but once you get to the mountain, you will never regret your choice when you look down on the whole city of Kandy.

2) Kandy scenic spot in Kandi

Foyasi

The Buddha's Tooth Temple in Kandy is a pilgrimage site for Buddhists and has become a famous historical building. The palaces are located on a hillside terrace in the city. Among the existing intact palaces, there is a reception hall where the king summoned foreign envoys. The whole building is a wooden structure, supported by 64 huge wooden columns, all of which are carved with exquisite patterns and myths and legends, which is the epitome of Sri Lanka's history and architectural art history. It includes an octagonal box, and now there is a precious tooth of Buddha Sakyamuni. The painting art of art, architecture and temples all reflect the generous support of the king and his royal family for improving their artistic and historical values for many years.

Kandy L.

Kandy Lake is located in the center of Kandy, a city in central Sri Lanka and a Buddhist holy place. It is a huge artificial lake dug by a paddy field and one of the most famous tourist attractions in the city. There are many beautiful legends about Kandy Lake, which add many mysterious colors to this beautiful lake. Some people say that Kandy Lake is to Kandy as the West Lake is to Hangzhou, which vividly illustrates the role of Kandy Lake in Kandy.

Pelania elephant orphanage

The Elephant Orphanage is located in Pinnawela, about 3 hours away from Colombo. It specializes in adopting young elephants who are homeless, fall into deep pits or traps, and leave the elephants, especially those who are seriously injured or sick. Since its establishment more than 30 years ago, the orphanage has adopted nearly 100 elephants. Adult elephants can receive job training, such as helping people carry wood. It is also the best attraction for tourists to enjoy elephants.

Royal Botanical Garden of Perania

The world-famous Pellade Botanic Gardens, located 5 kilometers southwest of Kandy City, is the largest botanical garden in Sri Lanka and the second largest in Asia (second only to Indonesian Bogor Botanical Garden). Before the British colonists invaded, it was the royal garden of Sri Lanka.

3) Kandy traffic in Kandi

There is no airport near Kandy, but there is a bus to Kandy from Bandaranaike International Airport in Colombo, which takes about two and a half hours by car.

4) Kandi Kandy food

Kangdi is located in the middle of Sri Lanka, deeply influenced by Sri Lankan food culture. Here you can find various local Sri Lankan cuisines, such as curry rice, Kottu, Rott and so on. Most restaurants serve vegetarian food or chicken, mutton and seafood, and rarely serve pork and beef. Try local Sri Lankan cuisine in Kandy.

5) Kangdi Kandy Accommodation

Kangdi accommodation is mostly concentrated around Kangdi Lake, built halfway up the mountain or on the top of the mountain, in order to enjoy the scenery of the whole city of Kangdi City. Golden View Rest and Olde Empire Hotel are popular accommodations in Kandi, one is located on the hill opposite to the Buddha's Tooth Temple, and the other is next to the Buddha's Tooth Temple, with affordable prices, warm service and excellent location. If you want to stay, you need to book in advance. If you live in the mountains around Kangdi Lake, because the mountain road is steep and the lights are dim, it is best to prepare your own flashlight when you go out at night.

4 Nigambu Negombo

1) Brief introduction of Negombo in Negombo.

Negombo, translated as "Negombo", is a port city in western Sri Lanka, located on the north bank of Negombo lagoon, 30 kilometers north of Colombo. Rich in prawns and crabs. There are remnants of 17th century Dutch buildings.

Compared with Colombo, Negombo is quieter and can walk to the beach. The beaches here are not as noisy as the surf resorts in the south. Many hotels are built on the beach, and you can feel the wind from the Indian Ocean as long as you go out. Because Negombo is close to the Indian Ocean and its fishery is developed, there is a famous Negombo fish market in Sri Lanka.

2) Negombo scenic spot in Negombo.

Niganbu center fish market

Negombo is a famous fish village, with two fish markets, one in the central city, close to the vegetable market and the other in the periphery. The fish market near the vegetable market can observe the daily life of residents in Negombo. As a part of human experience, the fish market in Negombo is worth visiting.

mariakirken

Negombo is the Catholic center of Sri Lanka and is known as "Little Rome". Most residents believe in Roman Catholicism, so there are many churches. The largest and most luxurious one is St. Mary's church. Construction began in 1874, and it took 50 years to build. The church decoration is solemn and elegant, and it is very particular.

3) Negombo traffic in Negombo.

Take a free bus from Bandaranaike Airport to the airport bus station (about 10 minutes), and there are long-distance buses to Colombo, Gambu and Kandy respectively. No.240 bus can reach Danigambo, which takes about 20-30 minutes by car. If you want to go to Kandy, you can wait at the Shuttle Bus station outside the airport. There is a red state-run long-distance bus CTB Bus arriving at Kandy, but there is no specific stop sign, mostly in Sinhala, so it is recommended to confirm with the driver first. In addition, the No.1 bus (passing bus) from Colombo will also stop here and reach Kandy, but it will generally be crowded.

4) Negombo cuisine in Negombo.

There will be various Sri Lankan cuisines in downtown Negombo, such as curry rice, Kottu, Rotti and fried rice. Most restaurants serve vegetarian food or chicken, mutton and seafood, and rarely serve pork and beef. The seaside resort restaurant in Lewis Place, a backpacker gathering area, will be more expensive, mainly western-style and seafood. Tired of western food, you can also go downtown to taste local food. Western restaurants serve food very slowly, so you need to be patient.

5) Negombo Accommodation in Negombo, Negombo

The inns, homestays and hotels in Negombo are mostly built on the road of Lewis Place, near the sea, and the back door of the hotel leads directly to the beach. The choice is very rich. You can take a tuktuk bus to Lewis Place and walk until you find a suitable hotel. It seems that all China tourists prefer Silver Sand, but there are actually more cost-effective options here.

5, Sri Lanka Sri Lanka cuisine (what to eat in Sri Lanka Sri Lanka? )

Sri Lanka's diet met with India. The local people take rice as the staple food, and like to cook Fluttershy's curry with breadfruit, plantain flower, eggplant and other materials that taste like potatoes, so as to mix with rice. I like to eat chicken, and the dishes are full of curry, pepper and coconut oil, which are spicy and strong. Generally, people are used to grabbing food with their hands, but knives and forks are used in upper-class and diplomatic occasions. Sri Lankans have the habit of drinking afternoon tea and afternoon tea and love sweets.

Sri Lanka special food

Coconut chicken soup

1. First, rub a hole in the coconut air port with chopsticks and pour out the coconut water. 2. Then gently knock on the coconut shell with the back of the knife, and shake the coconut meat inside (knock for a long time, knock on all sides and eight sides) and then go to a place where no one is there, hehe! ! Break the coconut open super hard. If you knock it long enough before, the coconut meat will be easily taken out and cut into small pieces. 3. Cut the chicken into pieces. 4. After the water is boiled, pour in the previous coconut water, as well as shredded ginger and coconut chicken pieces, and cook with strong fire. After the soup is boiled, simmer slowly for 3 to 4 hours, and finally season with salt.

Curry rice

Apart from the famous seafood in Sri Lanka, it is a local must-order food. Curry And Rice is also very distinctive. Colombo curry rice is generally a bowl of rice, a curry dish, a bean soup with a few stir-fried and cold salad dishes. Vegetables are the main ingredients, and the food can be added until you are full. However, the side dishes of each restaurant and restaurant are different. Visitors with special requirements should say hello in advance, and the same curry rice hotel is several times more expensive than street restaurants.

Boiled rice

Boiled rice is the most distinctive one in their diet. The general method of making rice is to put it in a big crock and add water to cook it. The rice cooked in this way is yellowish, easy to store, and has the same flavor for a long time, and can be eaten at any time. You usually eat rice with your hands. After dinner, put it on a plate or banana leaves, add various side dishes, and then pour a bean soup or coconut gravy. Stop kneading and mix well and send it to your mouth.