Living in Verona. 1  Verona is a somewhat small town located in the state of New Jersey. 2  Housing costs in Verona are among some of the highest in the nation, although real estate prices here don't compare to real estate prices in the most expensive communities in New Jersey.
Larger Sri Lanka flag. Sri Lanka Coat of Arms: The national emblem of Sri Lanka was adopted in 1972. It features a golden lion in the center, surrounded by petals of gold representing the Blue Lotus flower. The base of the emblem is a traditional grain vase sprouting sheaves of rice.
View. comments. Sri Lanka plans to remove all remaining references to its British colonial name Ceylon from state institutions. Ceylon gained independence in 1948 and changed its name to Sri Lanka when it became a republic in 1972.Many state institutions, however, have continued to use the name, including the Bank of Ceylon, Ceylon Electricity Board, Ceylon Petroleum Corporation and Ceylon Fisheries Corporation.Fireworks light up the sky near the Municipal Council in Colombo, Sri Lanka in this file photo.any state institutions, however, have continued to use the name, including the Bank of Ceylon, Ceylon Electricity Board, Ceylon Petroleum Corporation and Ceylon Fisheries Corporation. Fireworks light up the sky near the Municipal Council in Colombo, Sri Lanka in this file photo.