Sri Lanka is a multi-cultural country with a diverse population consisting of several ethnic and religious groups. The largest ethnic group in Sri Lanka is the Sinhalese, who make up about 75% of the population. The Tamil ethnic group is the second-largest in the country, accounting for about 11% of the population.
Other ethnic groups in Sri Lanka include the Muslim community (9%), the Burgher community (a mix of European, Sri Lankan and other ethnic groups, around 0.4%), and several smaller ethnic groups such as the Vedda people, who are an indigenous group.
Sri Lanka is also a multi-religious country, with Buddhism being the largest religion, followed by Hinduism, Islam, and Christianity. However, there are also several smaller religions and belief systems in Sri Lanka, including traditional animistic beliefs and other minority religions.
Despite the differences in ethnicity and religion, the people of Sri Lanka generally coexist peacefully and have a shared history and culture. The country has a rich and diverse cultural heritage, with influences from Indian, European, and Southeast Asian cultures, among others. The diverse cultures of Sri Lanka can be seen in its music, dance, cuisine, festivals, and other aspects of daily life.
