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Sri Lanka welcomed over 600,000 international visitors in early 2026, signalling strong recovery in the island\u2019s tourism sector. Data from the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority shows continued growth driven by travellers from India, Russia, and the UK. Rising arrivals and improved air connectivity are supporting the country\u2019s economic recovery and tourism expansion.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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