A teardrop-shaped island that produces tea so good you forgive it for the six-syllable capital city.
Fun fact: Sri Lanka elected the world's first female head of state, Sirimavo Bandaranaike, in 1960.
That Adriatic coastline was a proper hidden gem until about ten years ago, now good luck finding a spot.
Fun fact: The necktie originated in Croatia — the word "cravat" is derived from "Croat."