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Raavana 1 was the first Sri Lankan satellite launched in 2019 as part of the BIRDS-3 mission. It was named after the mythical King Raavana and had five missions, including imaging, data collection and magnetic field measurement.
Adam's Bridge, also known as Rama's Bridge or Rama Setu, is a chain of natural limestone shoals that was formerly a land connection between India and Sri Lanka. The bridge is 48 km long, shallow, and has historical and religious significance, as well as geological and environmental issues.
Sri Lanka is an island nation in the Indian Ocean, southeast of the Indian subcontinent. It has a diverse geography, including mountains, plains, coasts, and offshore islands, with a tropical monsoon climate and rich natural resources.
Udawattakele Forest Reserve often spelled as Udawatta Kele, is a historic forest reserve on a hill-ridge in the city of Kandy.It is 104 hectares (257 acres) large. During the days of the Kandyan kingdom, Udawattakele was known as "Uda Wasala Watta" in Sinhalese meaning "the garden above the royal palace".
Victoria Dam is an arch dam on the Mahaweli River, built in 1985 with UK aid. It provides irrigation and hydroelectric power, and has a 210 MW power station and eight spillways.
Google Earth is a web and computer program that renders a 3D globe based on satellite imagery, aerial photography, and GIS data. Users can explore the Earth, add their own data, view photos, Street View, and more, but also face privacy and security issues.
Katchatheevu is an uninhabited island in Sri Lanka that was disputed between India and Sri Lanka until 1974. The island is part of the Indo-Sri Lankan Maritime agreement that allows Indian fishermen to fish around it, but the legality of the agreement is challenged by some Indian politicians and courts.
Unawatuna is a town in Galle district, known for its beach, corals and mythical roots. It has a history of colonial influence, a temple dedicated to a deity, and a rich biodiversity of birds and monkeys.