Sri Lanka is a Country in the MoriAtlas geographic dataset. It is used as a structured place record for organizing nearby regions, countries, and protected-area discovery, and where relevant it can also act as part of the broader geographic area of Asia.

How large and how populated is Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka covers approximately 67,240 square kilometers and has an available population figure of 21,781,800, recorded for 2,024. Taken together, these numbers give a much better sense of the location’s real scale than either figure would on its own.

How many national parks are associated with Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka is associated with 26 national parks in the dataset. That count makes the location relevant as a park-discovery entry point, whether it is being viewed as a country, a region, or a broader geographic grouping.

Which national parks are associated with Sri Lanka?

The dataset links Sri Lanka with the following national parks: Adam's Bridge Marine National Park, Angammedilla National Park, Bundala National Park, Chundikkulam National Park, Delft National Park, Flood Plains National Park, Gal Oya National Park, Galways Land National Park. This list gives a direct protected-area overview for the location and is often the quickest way to understand why the place matters in MoriAtlas.

Which countries or regions are associated with Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka is associated with the following country or countries: Sri Lanka. Where more detailed internal geography is available, it is also associated with the following region or regions: Central Province, Eastern Province, North Central Province, Northern Province, Sabaragamuwa Province, Southern Province, Uva Province, Western Province. This helps show whether the location is narrowly bounded or connected to a wider network of places.

What are the official and native names of Sri Lanka?

The official name of Sri Lanka is Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka, and its native name is ශ්රී ලංකා (Sinhala), இலங்கை (Tamil). These naming forms add useful legal, linguistic, and local context beyond the shorter common name used in English interfaces.

What language and time zone information is associated with Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka is associated with the following language codes: si, ta, en, and with the time zone Asia/Colombo. These are practical metadata points that help the place profile work better across localization, search, and international geographic browsing.

What geographic character defines Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka is classified in the dataset as a coastal location. Coastal geography often shapes climate patterns, settlement history, access routes, and the broader natural identity of a place.

Is Sri Lanka defined as an island location?

Yes. Sri Lanka is classified as an island location. Island geography often gives a place a more distinct environmental and spatial profile, which can also influence how protected areas are distributed and understood.

What are the main country facts for Sri Lanka?

For Sri Lanka, the capital is Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte (legislative), Colombo (executive), the largest city is Colombo, and the associated currency code is LKR. Together, these facts provide a quick practical snapshot of the country beyond its place on the map.

What codes identify Sri Lanka in geographic datasets?

Sri Lanka is identified by the ISO code LK and the country code LK. These standard identifiers are especially useful when connecting MoriAtlas place records to other structured geographic or statistical systems.

How many national parks are in Sri Lanka, and which ones are they?

Sri Lanka is associated with 26 national parks in the dataset: Adam's Bridge Marine National Park, Angammedilla National Park, Bundala National Park, Chundikkulam National Park, Delft National Park, Flood Plains National Park, Gal Oya National Park, Galways Land National Park. This makes the country page one of the strongest entry points for browsing its protected landscapes at a national scale.

Which regions are associated with Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka is associated with the following region or regions: Central Province, Eastern Province, North Central Province, Northern Province, Sabaragamuwa Province, Southern Province, Uva Province, Western Province. This is useful for moving from a country-level overview into more detailed regional park discovery.

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Sri Lanka National Parks and Protected Areas: An Atlas for Geographic Exploration

Sri Lanka offers a rich tapestry of protected natural landscapes, from coastal plains to highland reserves. This atlas provides a structured approach to understanding the geographic spread and mapped boundaries of its national parks and conservation areas. Explore the diverse terrains and conservation efforts across this tropical island nation, gaining insight into its unique regional geography and the distribution of its natural heritage.

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Sri Lanka National Parks and Protected Areas: An Atlas for Geographic Exploration

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National Parks in Sri Lanka: Geographic Snapshot and Protected Area Data

Analyzing conservation scale, habitat diversity, and historical designations across island reserves.

Aggregated metrics outline the physical spread, designation classes, and environmental zones of Sri Lanka national parks and sanctuaries based on current records. Regional data supports comparing median park sizes, historic establishment timelines, and climate patterns from coastal dry zones to tropical highlands.

Known protected area

6,371 km²

Area data available for 26 of 26 parks.

Median park size

131 km²

Median across 26 parks with known area.

Oldest known park

Wilpattu National Park

Established in 1938.

Largest known park

Wilpattu National Park

Recorded area: 1,317 km².

Designation distribution

National park26

Habitat distribution

Grassland16

Tropical forest16

Wetland15

Riverine habitat14

Lacustrine habitat12

8 more categories represented

Climate distribution

Tropical21

Arid3

Alpine2

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Browse the mapped geography of Sri Lanka's national parks, tracing their spread across varied tropical terrain.

Sri Lanka National Parks and Protected Areas: Explore the Island's Diverse Conservation Landscapes

Explore national parks and protected areas throughout Sri Lanka's diverse island geography, encompassing its tropical climate and varied terrain. A country-level view serves as a valuable atlas entry point for understanding the regional distribution of these unique conservation landscapes in South Asia.

Sri Lanka is a tropical island nation in South Asia with a recorded history spanning over 3,000 years. Formerly known as Ceylon, it became independent in 1948 and adopted its current constitutional name in 1972. The country features diverse geography ranging from coastal plains to mountainous highlands and maintains a population exceeding 22 million.

Sri Lanka is a South Asian island nation situated in the Indian Ocean, southwest of the Bay of Bengal and separated from India by the Gulf of Mannar and Palk Strait. With an area of approximately 67,240 km², the country has a population of about 23 million people. The population is predominantly Sinhalese, with significant Tamil and Moor minorities. Buddhism is the state religion. The country operates as a Democratic Socialist Republic with Colombo as its largest city and Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte as the legislative capital.

Largest city:Colombo

Currency code:LKR

ISO code:LK

Parks count

Capital

Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte (legislative), Colombo (executive)

Area

67,240 km²

Population

21,781,800 (2,024)

Coastal

Island

Mountainous

Landlocked

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Trace the mapped geography of Sri Lanka's diverse national parks and wildlife sanctuaries, from coastal plains to mountainous highlands.

National Parks in Sri Lanka: Browse Protected Areas and Conservation Landscapes

Explore a comprehensive atlas of national parks and protected areas across Sri Lanka, highlighting its diverse island ecosystems, from dry zone forests to vital wetland conservation sites. This detailed country overview provides essential geographic context, allowing users to trace the distribution of conservation landscapes and plan deeper park discovery.

National parkSouthern Province

Yala National Park: National Park Protected Landscape and Geographic Exploration

Mapped boundaries and regional context in Southern Province

Investigate Yala National Park, a protected national park situated in the Southern Province of Sri Lanka. This entry focuses on its geographic identity, detailing mapped boundaries and the surrounding landscape context crucial for atlas-based exploration and understanding protected area distributions. Gain insight into the park's role as a significant natural landmark.

Area: 978.807 km²
Established: 1938
IUCN: II
Visitors: 400K annual

Yala National Park Protected Area Atlas

National parkCentral Province

Horton Plains National Park: A Protected Landscape within Sri Lanka's Central Province

Explore its mapped geographic boundaries and park identity.

Delve into the geographic specifics of Horton Plains National Park, a designated national park located in the Central Province of Sri Lanka. This entry provides detailed insights into its protected area status, mapped landscape features, and regional geographic context. Understand how this park contributes to the atlas of protected lands and offers a distinct point for landscape exploration.

Area: 31.6 km²
Established: 1988
IUCN: II
Relief: Mountain

Horton Plains National Park Atlas Entry

Watercolor illustration of a landscape with a lake, grassy areas, trees, and distant hills under a pale sky

National parkSri Lanka

Wilpattu National Park: Sri Lanka's Largest National Park and Unique Willu Landscape

Explore mapped boundaries and high leopard density geography.

Wilpattu National Park, located in Sri Lanka's northwest coastal lowland dry zone, is the country's largest and one of its oldest national parks. Its landscape is defined by a unique system of nearly 106 natural sand-rimmed water basins, or willu, creating a distinctive wetland environment. The park is globally recognized for its substantial leopard population, representing one of the highest densities recorded in Sri Lanka. Discover the mapped terrain and protected area context of this ecologically vital landscape.

Area: 1,316.67 km²
Established: 1938
IUCN: II
Relief: Lowland

Wilpattu National Park protected area

National parkSouthern Province

Bundala National Park: A Ramsar Wetland & UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in Southern Province

Explore its unique coastal geography and mapped bird habitats.

Bundala National Park is a critical protected area situated in Sri Lanka's Southern Province, defined by its system of five shallow brackish lagoons, salt pans, and coastal dune ecosystems. Recognized globally as a Ramsar wetland and UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, it serves as a crucial wintering ground for migratory water birds, most famously large flocks of greater flamingos. The park's extremely low-lying coastal terrain, with unique palu tree forests on sand dunes, offers a distinct landscape for geographic discovery and understanding regional protected areas.

Area: 33.39 km²
Established: 1993
IUCN: II
Relief: Lowland

Bundala National Park Protected Area

National parkSri Lanka

Udawalawe National Park: National Park Protected Landscape and Geographic Atlas

Explore Sri Lanka's mapped natural terrain and park boundaries.

Gain a comprehensive atlas-level understanding of Udawalawe National Park, a key protected landscape in Sri Lanka. This entry focuses on the park's distinct geographic identity, its mapped boundaries, and its significance as a protected area within the island's diverse natural terrain. Explore how this national park contributes to the regional geography and provides structured insights for landscape discovery.

Area: 308.21 km²
Established: 1972
IUCN: II
Visitors: 188.4K annual

Udawalawe National Park National Park Atlas

National parkNorth Central Province

Minneriya National Park: A Protected National Park in North Central Province

Explore mapped boundaries and regional landscape context.

Minneriya National Park is a designated national park offering unique protected landscape exploration within Sri Lanka's North Central Province. This entry provides structured data crucial for understanding the park's geographic features, its defined boundaries, and its significance as a protected area. Dive into the atlas context that illuminates the natural terrain and regional setting of Minneriya National Park.

Area: 88.894 km²
Established: 1997
IUCN: II
Relief: Mixed relief

Minneriya National Park Protected Area

National parkNorth Central Province

Kaudulla National Park: Sri Lanka's Protected National Park Geography

Mapped landscape and regional context for Kaudulla National Park.

Kaudulla National Park stands as a protected national park offering valuable geographic insights for atlas explorers. This page details the park's location within the North Central Province, providing context on its mapped terrain and protected area status. Users can delve into the structured geographic data associated with Kaudulla National Park, enhancing their understanding of Sri Lanka's conservation landscapes.

Area: 69 km²
Established: 2002
IUCN: II
Visitors: 10K annual

Kaudulla National Park Protected Area

National parkCentral Province

Wasgamuwa National Park: A National Park in Central Province for Geographic Exploration

Mapped protected boundaries and landscape context.

Wasgamuwa National Park is a significant national park located in Sri Lanka's Central Province, offering valuable data for atlas exploration and geographic understanding. This protected area's mapped boundaries and regional setting within Central Province provide essential context for researchers and explorers focused on conservation landscapes. Discover the park's unique geographic identity and its contribution to the regional atlas, highlighting its role as a structured natural landscape.

Area: 393.22 km²
Established: 1984
IUCN: II
Relief: Upland

Wasgamuwa National Park Protected Area

National parkEastern Province

Maduru Oya National Park: Sri Lanka National Park Landscape and Geographic Context

Mapped protected area boundaries within Eastern Province.

Maduru Oya National Park represents a distinct protected area within the Eastern Province of Sri Lanka, offering valuable geographic context for atlas-based exploration. This national park's mapped boundaries and its placement within the regional landscape provide critical data points for understanding conservation geography. Discover the park's identity as a protected natural landscape and its role in the broader geographic atlas of Sri Lanka.

Area: 588.5 km²
Established: 1983
IUCN: II
Relief: Mountain

Maduru Oya National Park Protected Area

National parkEastern Province

Pigeon Island National Park National Park: Eastern Province Protected Landscape Atlas

Mapped geographic context and park boundaries.

Dive into the protected area details of Pigeon Island National Park, a national park situated in Sri Lanka's Eastern Province. This entry provides essential context for understanding its mapped landscape and geographic significance within a regional atlas framework, facilitating discovery of its specific protected area identity.

Area: 4.714 km²
Established: 2003
IUCN: II
Relief: Lowland

Pigeon Island National Park Atlas

National parkUva Province

Gal Oya National Park: Protected Landscape and Reservoir Geography in Uva Province

Explore savannah grasslands, elephant populations, and mapped terrain.

Gal Oya National Park presents a unique protected landscape within Uva Province, Sri Lanka. This national park is defined by its broad savannah grasslands, known as thalawa, interspersed with forested hills and the vast Senanayake Samudraya reservoir. Its varied topography, from lowlands to mountain peaks, offers a rich canvas for geographic exploration and understanding protected-area dynamics. The park's consistent visibility of elephant populations across these diverse terrains makes it a key site for wildlife observation within Sri Lanka's atlas of natural heritage.

Area: 259 km²
Established: 1954
IUCN: II
Relief: Mountain

Gal Oya National Park Protected Area Atlas

National parkSri Lanka

Lunugamvehera National Park: Sri Lanka's Protected Area Mapping and Geographic Identity

Mapped terrain and national park boundaries in Sri Lanka.

Lunugamvehera National Park is a dedicated national park situated in Sri Lanka. This entry facilitates a focused exploration of its protected landscape, offering insight into its mapped geography and position within the country's conservation network. Understand the park's role and its physical characteristics through detailed geographic and atlas-oriented information.

Area: 234.988 km²
Established: 1995
IUCN: II
Relief: Lowland

Lunugamvehera National Park Protected Area

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Sri Lanka geography, nature, climate, and landscape context for park-focused travel research

Explore the physical geography, natural setting, and climate patterns of Sri Lanka through a location-first overview built for travel research, national park discovery, and broader regional context. This section helps explain how landscapes, habitats, and environmental conditions shape what people search for, where they travel, and how they experience protected areas in Sri Lanka.

Sri Lanka geography and landscape

Sri Lanka is an island nation in the Indian Ocean, positioned southwest of the Bay of Bengal. It is separated from India by the Gulf of Mannar and Palk Strait to the northwest. The island has a pear-like shape with diverse terrain including coastal plains, central highlands, and river valleys.

Sri Lanka nature and environment

Sri Lanka features diverse ecosystems including tropical rainforests in the central highlands, coastal mangroves, and wetland areas. The island has several national parks protecting wildlife including elephants, leopards, and endemic species.

Sri Lanka climate and seasonal conditions

Sri Lanka has a tropical climate with two monsoon seasons. The southwest monsoon brings rain to the hill country and southwestern regions from May to September, while the northeast monsoon affects the northern and eastern areas from October to March.

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Trace the distribution of Sri Lanka's conservation landscapes, from coastal plains to mountainous highlands, with an interactive park atlas.

Map of Sri Lanka National Parks and Protected Areas: Explore Island Geography

Preview the geographic spread of national parks and protected areas across Sri Lanka, understanding their locations from the diverse coastal regions to the central highlands of this tropical island nation. Open the dedicated country map to explore the full extent of Sri Lanka's mapped park geography, enabling deeper insights into protected-area patterns and regional context.

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Browse the Full Collection of Natural Features Found in Sri Lanka

Start exploring the diverse geographic landmarks and protected natural features situated across Sri Lanka. MoriAtlas provides a clear, map-oriented framework to understand how regional terrain and protected areas connect throughout the island.

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Frequently Asked Questions About National Parks and Protected Areas in Sri Lanka

Explore common inquiries about Sri Lanka's national parks, wildlife reserves, and other significant protected areas across its diverse tropical island landscape. These frequently asked questions offer a comprehensive overview of Sri Lanka's unique park geography and conservation efforts, providing valuable context for understanding its natural heritage.

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Navigate the diverse protected areas of Thailand, from mountainous northern regions to coastal parks. This atlas view offers insights into the geographic distribution of national parks and conservation landscapes, enabling a structured exploration of the country's natural terrain and mapped boundaries. Understand the scope of protected lands and their place within Thailand's broader geography.

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