Convert Euro to Sri Lankan Rupee
Please provide values below to convert Euro [EUR] to Sri Lankan Rupee [LKR], or Convert Sri Lankan Rupee to Euro.
How to Convert Euro to Sri Lankan Rupee
1 EUR = 0.00282783783658301 LKR
Example: convert 15 EUR to LKR:
15 EUR = 15 × 0.00282783783658301 LKR = 0.0424175675487451 LKR
Euro to Sri Lankan Rupee Conversion Table
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Euro
The euro (EUR) is the official currency of the Eurozone, used by 19 of the 27 European Union member states, and is one of the world's major reserve currencies.
History/Origin
The euro was introduced in electronic form in 1999 and banknotes and coins entered circulation on January 1, 2002, replacing national currencies and fostering economic integration within the Eurozone.
Current Use
The euro is widely used across the Eurozone countries for everyday transactions, international trade, and as a reserve currency held by central banks worldwide.
Sri Lankan Rupee
The Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR) is the official currency of Sri Lanka, used for all monetary transactions within the country.
History/Origin
The Sri Lankan Rupee was introduced in 1872 during British colonial rule, replacing the Indian Rupee. It has undergone various changes and decimalization over the years, with the current form established in 1978.
Current Use
Today, the LKR is the legal tender in Sri Lanka, used in everyday transactions, banking, and trade. It is managed by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka and is actively traded in foreign exchange markets.