In a world enamored with bigger, well-traveled countries, Sri Lanka is one of many underrated locations that people do not tend to look up to much. Trust me when I say, I have been asked about its location by people who thought it was situated in South America. In reality, it’s a small tropical island located in southeast India with shores coasted by the Indian Ocean. Having visited this natural beauty twice, Sri Lanka has been my own ‘home away from home’ kind of country, and as a way to send back some of the love and kindness I received on both of my visits, here are eight reasons why Sri Lanka is an ultimate travel destination for those who seek adventure and a diverse travel destination on a budget. 1. Cozy Island It is quite small, with an area size that could be compared to the Sinai Peninsula. With an area of 65,610 square kilometers, touring is very doable even with a tight schedule. As a first-hand experience, in two weeks I managed to explore most of the cities on my checklist without missing out on anything. 2. Affordable…