BRI Asian Countries 一带一路亚洲国家 16 | Sri Lanka 斯里兰卡
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Sri Lanka is a large island in the Indian Ocean, just off the southern tip of India. It measures 65,610 square kilometers (40,768 square miles), with 1,340 kilometers (832 miles) of coastline. Sri Lanka is located in the path of major trade routes in the Indian Ocean. The commercial capital city of Sri Lanka is Colombo, its administrative capital is Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte. The official languages of Sri Lanka are Sinhala and Tamil, English is also widely used.
斯里兰卡是印度洋上的一个大岛，就在印度的南端。面积65610平方公里（40768平方英里），它的海岸线是1340公里（832英里）。斯里兰卡位于印度洋的主要贸易通道上。它的经济和立法首都是科伦坡，行政首都是斯里贾亚瓦德纳普拉科特。斯里兰卡的官方语言是僧伽罗语和泰米尔语，英语也是广泛使用的。
National Anthem 国歌
The national anthem of Sri Lanka is "Sri Lanka Matha" which translates to "Mother Sri Lanka."
斯里兰卡的国歌是"Sri Lanka Matha"，意思是“斯里兰卡母亲”
National Flag 国旗
The flag of Sri Lanka is often called the “Lion Flag.” It has a red coffee-colored rectangular panel containing a yellow lion holding a sword and four pipul leaves, one in each corner. Next to the hoist, there are two vertical stripes, green and orange, the flag is bordered by a yellow color.
斯里兰卡的国旗通常被称为“狮子旗”，它有一个红咖啡色的长方形面板，上面有一只手持剑的黄狮和四片琵琶叶，每个角落各有一片。长方形旁边有两条竖直的条纹，绿色和橙色，国旗的边缘是黄色。
National Flower 国花
The water lily was declared the national flower of Sri Lanka on 26 February 1986. The flower is a symbol of truth, purity and discipline. It has connections with Buddha and was used as a ceremonial flower in Sri Lanka throughout history.
1986年2月26日，睡莲被宣布为斯里兰卡国花。它是真理、纯洁和纪律的象征。它与佛陀有联系，在斯里兰卡历史上一直被用作礼花。
Gems 宝石
Sri Lanka is well known for its Gems. The Gem industry in Sri Lanka has been in existence for over 2500 years. Some of the rarest gemstones of exquisite beauty are found in this country.
斯里兰卡宝石很有名。它的宝石产业已有2500多年的历史。在这个国家可以找到一些最稀有、最美丽的宝石。
Sri Lanka is best known for its large, exceptional sapphire and star corundum. Important stones reported to be from Sri Lanka include:
斯里兰卡最著名的是它的大型，特殊的蓝宝石和星刚玉。据报道，来自斯里兰卡的重要宝石包括：
The 423 ct Logan sapphire is one of many famous stones from Sri Lanka.
423克拉的洛根蓝宝石是斯里兰卡许多著名的宝石之一。
The 466 ct Blue Giant of the Orient, supposedly mined from the Ratnapura area in 1907.
466克拉的东方大型蓝色宝石，据说1907年从拉特纳普拉地区开采出来。
The 423 ct Logan blue sapphire and the 138 ct Rosser Reeves star ruby, both housed in the Smithsonian Institution’s National Museum of Natural History.
423克拉的洛根蓝宝石和138克拉的罗瑟里夫斯之星红宝石，都收藏在史密森学会的国家自然历史博物馆。
Blue Belle of Asia
亚洲蓝色佳人
The 400 ct Blue Belle of Asia, said to have been found in a paddy field in the Ratnapura district in 1926, and described as having the highly desirable “cornflower” blue color.
亚洲400克拉的亚洲蓝色佳人，据说于1926年在拉特纳普拉地区的一片稻田里发现的，被描述为具有非常理想的“矢车菊”蓝色。
The 363 ct Star of Lanka, owned by the National Gem and Jewelry Authority.
363克拉兰卡之星，由国家宝石珠宝管理局所有。
The 850 ct Pride of Sri Lanka blue sapphire, found in Ratnapura in June 1998
斯里兰卡850克拉蓝宝石，1998年6月在拉特纳普拉发现的。
The 563 ct grayish blue Star of India, which was actually discovered in Sri Lanka and donated to the American Museum of Natural History in 1900 by J.P. Morgan.
印度之星563克拉，实际上是在斯里兰卡发现的，1900年由摩根大通捐赠给美国自然历史博物馆
Princess Diana’s Engagement Ring
王妃戴安娜订婚戒
The 12 ct blue sapphire in the engagement ring of Diana, Princess of Wales, which is now worn by the Duchess of Cambridge, Kate Middleton.
威尔士王妃戴安娜订婚戒指中的12克拉蓝色宝石，现由剑桥公爵夫人凯特·米德尔顿佩戴。
Natural Resources 自然资源
In addition to gemstones, Sri Lanka has natural resources of limestone, graphite, mineral sands, phosphates, clay, and hydroelectric power. The country is also known for its tea, spices, rubber, and textiles.
除了宝石，斯里兰卡还有石灰石、石墨、矿砂、磷酸盐、粘土和水力发电等自然资源。这个国家也以茶、香料、橡胶和纺织品闻名。
Sri Lanka Tea 斯里兰卡茶
One of Sri Lanka's primary exports is tea and Kandy is the birthplace of Ceylon Tea. Best tea plantations are in Kandy, Nurawa Eliya, Uda Pussellawa, Uva, Dimbula, Sabaragamuwa, Ruhuna, there you can taste authentic Sri Lankan tea.
斯里兰卡的主要出口产品之一是茶，坎迪是锡兰茶的发源地。最好的茶园是在坎迪，努拉瓦伊利亚，乌达普塞洛瓦，乌瓦，丁布拉，萨巴拉加穆瓦，鲁胡纳，在这里你可以品尝到正宗的斯里兰卡茶。
Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte 斯里贾亚瓦德纳普拉科特
Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte, also known as Kotte, is a city and administrative capital of Sri Lanka. It is located in the southwestern part of the country, about 8 km southeast of the commercial capital of Colombo, of which it was once a suburb.
斯里兰卡贾耶瓦登普拉科特，又称科特，是斯里兰卡的一座城市和行政首都。它位于该国西南部，距商业首都科伦坡东南约8公里，曾是科伦坡的一个郊区。
Colombo 科伦坡
Colombo is the commercial capital of Sri Lanka and a popular tourist destination. Colombo has some notable sights, which include colonial buildings, parks, museums, art galleries and religious sites. Being a coastal city, Colombo also has many beachfront seafood restaurants.
科伦坡是斯里兰卡的商业首都，也是一个很受欢迎的旅游目的地。科伦坡有一些著名的景点，包括殖民地建筑、公园、博物馆、美术馆和宗教场所。作为一个沿海城市，科伦坡也有许多海滨海鲜餐厅。
National Museum 国家博物馆
Landmarks include the National Museum, Old Parliament, Old Dutch Hospital, Gangaramaya Temple and Vihara Mahadevi Park.
地标性建筑包括国家博物馆、老议会、老荷兰医院、甘格拉玛雅神庙和维哈拉马哈德维公园。
Galle Face Green 加勒菲斯绿地广场
Galle Face Green is a strip of land spanning 5 hectares and it is located between the Galle Road and the Indian Ocean. It was initially used for horse racing and as a golf course but was also used for cricket, polo, football, tennis and rugby.
加勒菲斯绿地广场是一片占地5公顷的地带，位于加勒路和印度洋之间。它最初用于赛马和高尔夫球场，但也用于板球、马球、足球、网球和橄榄球。
Galle Fort 加勒古堡
Galle Fort is a historical, archaeological and architectural heritage monument. It has a colorful history, and today has a multi-ethnic and multi-religious population. The fort has been inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
加勒堡是一座历史、考古和建筑遗产纪念碑。它有着丰富多彩的历史，今天有着多民族、多宗教的人口。这座城堡被联合国教科文组织（UNESCO）列为世界遗产。
When you are done visiting Galle Face Green, you can also enjoy the nearby attractions as listed below.
参观完加勒菲斯绿地广场后，您还可以欣赏下面列出的附近景点。
Gangaramaya Temple 甘达拉玛雅神庙
This is one of the oldest and most important Buddhist temples in Sri Lanka. The temple has now been transformed into an institute that manages learning centers that teaches vocational skills to students from all around the world for free.
这是斯里兰卡最古老和最重要的佛教寺庙之一。现在，圣殿已被改造成一所管理学习中心的学院，免费向世界各地的学生传授职业技能。
Dehiwala Zoo代希瓦勒动物园
The zoo was built in 1936 to protect wild animals and birds in the region. You can also watch the performances by the sea lions, elephants and chimpanzees.
代希瓦勒动物园建于1936年为了保护该地区的野生动物和鸟类。在这里还可以看到海狮、大象和黑猩猩表演。
Other attractions in Colombo 科伦坡的其他景点
Beira Lake 贝拉湖
The lake is surrounded by numerous large businesses in the city. It is one of the most unique landmarks of Colombo. You can stroll down the quiet walkways under the shade of trees, paddle out on the lake on a swan boat, visit the water temple on the lake, or cross the bridge to lover's island.
这个湖周围有许多大企业。它是科伦坡最独特的地标之一。这里可以在树荫下安静的人行道上散步，在天鹅船上划水，参观湖边的水上寺庙或者过桥去情人岛。
Lotus Tower 莲花塔
The Lotus Tower is a 350m tall self-supported tower. It will be used for communication, observation and other leisure facilities. The lotus symbolizes purity within Sri Lankan culture and is also said to symbolize the country's flourishing development.
莲花塔是一座350米高的自立塔。用于通讯、观察等等。莲花象征着斯里兰卡文化中的纯洁，据说也象征着国家的繁荣发展。
Anuradhapura 阿努拉德普勒
One of the many stupas of Anuradhapura
在阿努拉德普勒的佛塔
Anuradhapura is the capital city of North Central Province, it is famous for its well-preserved ruins of an ancient Sri Lankan civilization. It is one of the eight World Heritage Sites of Sri Lanka.
阿努拉德普勒是中北部省份的省会城市，以保存完好的斯里兰卡古代文明遗址而闻名。它是斯里兰卡八大世界遗产之一。
Sigiriya aka "Lion Rock" 锡吉里耶
This is another UNESCO World Heritage Site that used to be King Kasyapa's fortress. It is one of the most famous attractions in Sri Lanka.
这是联合国教科文组织的另一个世界遗产，曾经是卡西亚帕国王的堡垒。它是斯里兰卡最著名的景点之一。
Murals on the Mirror Wall镜墙的壁画
Kandy 坎迪
Kandy is located in the Central Province, it lies in the midst of hills in the Kandy plateau. Kandy is the home of the Temple of the Tooth Relic (Sri Dalada Maligawa), one of the most sacred places of worship in the Buddhist world. It is also a UNESCO world heritage site.
坎迪位于中部省，位于坎迪高原的山中。坎迪是牙齿遗迹神庙的所在地，它是佛教世界最神圣的祭祀场所之一。它也是联合国教科文组织世界遗产。
Kandy Perahera
In July/August there is a spectacular, sacred celebration of Kandy Perahera, the festival of Buddha's tooth. There is also a local legend that explains why the temple is called Buddha's tooth.
在七八月有一个神圣的康迪佩拉赫拉庆典称作佛牙节。当地还有一个传说解释了为什么这座寺庙被称为佛牙。
There are nine provinces in Sri Lanka, Central, Eastern, North Central, Northern, North Western, Sabaragamuwa, Southern, Uva, and Western.
斯里兰卡有九个省，中部、东部、中北部、北部、西北部、Sabaragamuwa、南部、Uva和西部。
Beaches 海滩
Being an island nation, Sri Lanka boasts a number of beautiful beaches along the western, southern and eastern coast.
斯里兰卡是一个岛国，在西海岸、南海岸和东海岸拥有许多美丽的海滩。
Trincomalee Beach
Trincomalee海滩
Notable beaches are Trincomalee, Sunset along Nilaveli beach on Pigeon Island, Nilaveli Beach, Kalkudah Beach, Arugam Bay Beach, and Negombo Beach.
著名的海滩和海景有Trincomalee、鸽子岛Nilaveli海滩的日落、Nilaveli海滩、Kalkudah海滩、Arugam湾海滩和Negombo海滩。
Wildlife and nature自然环境和野生生物
A leopard in Yala National Park
雅拉国家公园的一只豹
Sri Lanka has national parks, forest reserves, elephant orphanages, botanical gardens, marine life, waterfalls, etc. There are safaris in all of Sri Lanka's national parks. The most popular park is Yala National Park, which has the highest number of leopards on the Island. Sri Lanka’s big five include the leopard, elephant, sloth bear, blue whale and sperm whale.
斯里兰卡有国家公园、森林保护区、大象孤儿院、植物园、海洋生物、瀑布等。斯里兰卡所有的国家公园都有野生动物园。最受欢迎的公园是雅拉国家公园，是这个岛上豹的数量最多。斯里兰卡的五大动物包括豹、大象、懒熊、蓝鲸和抹香鲸。
There are 247 species of butterflies in Sri Lanka, of which 26 are endemic.
蝴蝶，斯里兰卡有247种蝴蝶，其中26种是特有的。
There are 210 species of reptiles found in Sri Lanka, of which 76 are endemic.
斯里兰卡有210种爬行动物，其中76种是地方性的。
There are 456 species of birds found in Sri Lanka, 33 are endemic.
斯里兰卡共发现456种鸟类，33种为地方性鸟类。
Dunhinda Falls 敦煌瀑布
There are more than 300 waterfalls in Sri Lanka.
斯里兰卡有300多个瀑布。
Adam’s Peak 亚当峰
Adam’s Peak is a place where pilgrims from 4 different religions go to worship.
亚当峰是四个不同宗教的朝圣者去朝拜的地方。
People 人民
Monks praying at Mihintale
僧侣们在弥勒祈祷
Stilt Fishing
高跷钓鱼
Tea plantations in Nuwara
努瓦拉的茶园
There is always something special about train journeys.
火车旅行总有特别之处。
I hope you have got a good understanding of this country now. Don’t forget to share and leave a comment. Thank you.
我希望你现在对这个国家有了很好的了解。别忘了分享和留言。谢谢。
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