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.
In 1972 the Dominion of Ceylon became the  Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka  and the Royal Ceylon Navy became the Sri Lanka Navy. The Naval ensign along with the Flag Officers' flags were redesigned.n 1948, when Sri Lanka achieved independence from Britain, the Governor was replaced with a Governor-General. The Governor-General was responsible not to London, but to the Monarch of Ceylon, the local government, and the local parliament. The Governor-General was a largely ceremonial figure.