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Sri Lanka is a multi-religious society. Though Buddhism is the major religion, other religions such as Hinduism, Christianity and Islam are also followed. About 70% of the population follows Buddhism. Buddhism came to Sri Lanka from India during the reign of Ashoka in third century. Hinduism is mainly practised by Tamils in Sri Lanka who ethnically belong to South India where Hinduism was predominantly practiced. Major Hindu Gods that are worshipped in Sri Lanka are Vishnu, Shiva, Kali, Ganesha and Skanda. Muslims comprise nearly 7% of Sri Lanka's population. In ancient times Arab traders from the Middle East visited the southern part of Sri Lanka for their business and later settled in the island. |
Jamiah Al-Khairat in Galle | 
Buddha statue in Galle | 
Inside Colombo City Church |
Buddhist monks in Colombo | 
Mosque in Galle | 
Buddha statue |
Jummah Mosque in Colombo |
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