In 1972 Sri Lanka became a Republic. A constitution was introduced in 1978 which created Sri Lanka a unitary semi-presidential constitutional republic. In the 1970s and 80s the country suffered from …

History of Sri Lanka, a survey of the notable events and people in the history of Sri Lanka from ancient times to the present day. The country, formerly known as Ceylon, is an island lying in the Indian …

Nov 18, 2019 · A chronology of key events in the history of Sri Lanka from the fifth century BC to the present day.

Explore the rich history of Sri Lanka (Ceylon) from ancient civilizations to modern times. Discover legendary kings, epic battles, cultural achievements, and the stories that shaped a nation over 2,500 …

Explore the fascinating history of Sri Lanka, from its ancient civilizations and the arrival of Buddhism to colonial influences and the struggle for independence.

Explore the rich history of Sri Lanka through a detailed timeline, highlighting key events from ancient civilizations, colonial times, independence, and modern developments in the island nation.

Mar 23, 2026 · From ancient kingdoms to colonial rule and independence, explore the major events that shaped Sri Lanka’s long and complex history.

Mar 14, 2021 · According to legend, the first settlers were led by a man named Vijaya. According to tradition, Buddhism was introduced into Sri Lanka in 260 BC by a man named Mahinda. It soon …

From the neighbouring sub-continent of India came the first mythical tales which give us a glimpse of the early history of the resplendent island (Lanka). These tales, brought together in the Ramayana, …

The large island off the southern tip of the Indian subcontinent is occupied by hunter-gatherers until the arrival, in the 6th century BC, of the Sinhalese - a tribal group of Indo-europeans which has moved …