10. Sri Lanka and India
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Border: Adam's Bridge (Rama Setu) and the Palk Strait Gross Domestic Product: $3.73 trillion (India) / $375.5 billion (Sri Lanka)*; Area: 48 km* broad The Palk Strait and the historic Rama Setu or Adam's Bridge limestone shoals distinguish the border between India and Sri Lanka. This naturally occurring structure, which stretches from the northwest coast of Sri Lanka to the southeast coast of India, is rich in mythology and historical significance. Sri Lanka and India ©Shutterstock/1992mamic Unlike conventional borders defined by clear demarcations, this area blends geographical features with cultural heritage, making the divide between the two nations both a physical and a mythical one. The presence of Adam’s Bridge highlights the ancient maritime links and shared mythologies that bind India and Sri Lanka.
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