Tech Tip: Google Map

Here is a map of Sri Lanka, which is speculated to be the ancient country of Lanka. From here, Ravana would have overseen his kingdom.

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  1. UnknownFebruary 24, 2018 at 9:28 PM

    This is really cool. I did not realize that Lanka was speculated to be based off of this island. This helps put the whole story into perspective for me. I always envisioned Lanka as being just a part of the greater country of India.

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