The Qingdao 2 sailboat, one of the fastest in the world, has dropped anchor in the Mirissa Fishing Harbour.

Launched from China, the sailboat is following the historic Silk Route, and dropped anchor in Sri Lanka.

The journey commenced from Singapore. The sailboat has travelled to India, Egypt and Italy. The destination of the sailboat is Monaco and France.

The Qingdao 2, travels at a speed of 72kmph which is 38.8 knots per hour.

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