After my 4 months in these 2 countries I noticed some similarities and differences between Sri Lanka vs India. Please bear in mind that I love both countries very much for many reasons so the aim of this blog post is NOT to insult any of the countries, nor their inhabitants. Just to compare a bit to help travelers to know what to expect during their visit. People of India are called Indians in English.
When I say Indians in this article, I mean the local inhabitants of India. Sri Lankan vegan curry with coconut milk. Hikkaduwa beach Sri Lanka. Palolem beach India. You may also like 7 top things to do in Palolem Goa India. Kuramathi Maldives. Japan country-wide travel: 7 Things to know about Kyoto. Things you need to know about Southern Sri Lanka.
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Sri Lanka has less wealth and natural resources than India, but the streets, cities and country side are so much cleaner. If you look closely, you will see a system and structure that keeps this beautiful island so well maintained. There will be an Uncle or Auntie carefully sweeping a property when just a few palm tree leaves or flowers have fallen.
You will see little details that show that they care for the cleanliness of the island. Not far outside of the populated city of Colombo, you will find many rural destinations that tourists love. One of our favorites is the Hill Country Tea Plantations that provide crisp air, a true view of the local hill country people, and the best tea in the world.
Slums and dangerous areas are not prevalent. Having less people in a condensed space makes for a healthier air environment. People go absolutely above and beyond to help, no matter the need. With a friendly smile around every corner, you will be greeted with joy and thankfulness. From the Tour Guide, to the cleaning lady, everyone will give a helping hand when it is needed. I have heard the Sri Lankan people being described as, gentle. Gentle is a very fitting word for these wonderful people.
Drivers in Sri Lanka are responsible and respectful. Pedestrians have the right of way, with the exception of buses. Tuk-tuks will gladly take you where you would like to go and are typically quiet drivers that are focused on getting you to your destination quickly. If you look carefully, when you are given change, or served your afternoon tea, the workers will put their left hand on top of their right hand as a sign of humility, gratitude and service.
Sri Lanka is home to many Buddhists, Hindus, and Muslims. If you are looking for highest concentration of cultural spots within a small area, look no further than Sri Lanka. Interested in Buddhist temples? The percentage of land covered by forests. Forests have a key role in removing pollutants and cleansing the air. The percentage of land dedicated to agricultural use, including arable land, permanent crops, and permanent pasture.
To get a better idea of how large the country is, you can compare it with a soccer field, which has 0. It can be nice to live in big cities or countries, as a larger space may offer more options for residents and visitors. Demographics 1. The average life expectancy at birth is the number of years that the population of a country is expected to live.
This metric reflects the overall quality of life. Population density shows how cramped or spread out inhabitants are. Cities or countries with high population densities can be considered overpopulated, which can be a problem if the infrastructure is underdeveloped.
Source: Wikipedia, Populous cities or countries usually offer better employment opportunities because of their large economies. Big cities attract companies and business investment, and are usually important cultural centers and research hubs. The death rate, also called crude death rate, represents the number of annual deaths per 1, people at midyear. Cities or countries with younger population have usually better development perspectives.
Young societies are more dynamic and creative. The average number of children born to each woman. In addition, both India and Sri Lanka house some of the most talented cricket players in the world. However, as a large country, Indian economy presents more challenges compared to its neighbour.
The most recent consensus shows that Both countries face problems of government transparency and income inequality.
In recent years, these countries have been actively working to encourage local and foreign business investments.
Both are engaging in regulatory reforms to reduce red tape. The sectors with high potential for investments in India include Infrastructure, Electronics, Education, Food processing, Medical equipment, Pollution control, Textile machinery, Water and Sustainable energies.
Although Sri Lanka seems to place at higher rankings, it is important to keep in mind that India is a very large country.
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