History of Sri Lanka | How Old is Sri Lanka?

As of the current date, Sri Lanka is 51 years old. The country became the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka on May 22, 1972.

Date of Initial Sovereignty
161 BC
Years Since Initial Sovereignty
2185

History of Sri Lanka | How Old is Sri Lanka?

How old is Sri Lanka?

The country of Sri Lanka is 2185 years old, founded in the year 161 BC.

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