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Sinhala Language

Sinhala CD-ROM
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Where does Sinhala come from?
Sinhala or Sinhalese is an Indic language descended from Sanskrit, brought to the island by settlers from northern India in the 5th or 6th century BC.

How many people speak Sinhala?
Sinhala is spoken by approximately 15 million people, mainly in the Southern and Western two-thirds of the island.

In how many countries?
It is one of the principal languages of Sri Lanka, the other main language being Tamil.

Sinhala Culture

Sinhala Music and Dance
The indigenous or 'native' Sinhalese music is traditional largely played with drums and percussion leading other instruments.

Sinhala Food and Drink
Rice is the basic ingredient of most meals, the main meal usually comprises one curry dish (chicken, lamb, beef, fish or prawn) with a selection of vegetarian or lentil dishes. These are served with side dishes of chutney and pickle. Sninbol is a typical Sri Lankan side dish - a potent paste blended from onion, coconut, chilli, lime juice and dried fish and served with rice. Many Sri Lankans, both Hindu and Buddhist, follow a vegetarian diet at least part of the time, and Sri Lanka is an excellent destination for vegetarians. Lion lager is the country's main brand of beer.

Sinhala Attractions
Sri Lanka has a near-unique combination of tropical sunshine and superb beaches with a fascinating and colourful culture. Fascinating heritage sites worth a visit are Anuradhapura, Sigiriya and Polonnaruwa (the so-called 'Cultural Triangle'), a visit to the primal jungles of the Ruhuna National Parkb is recommended, as well as scuba diving on the south coast and a visit to the botanical gardens.

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