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A Website To Identify Sri Lanka’s Venomous Snakes

Despite the fact that only a small number of the snakes in Sri Lanka are venomous, they are slaughtered indiscriminately. This website helps identify the venomous and non-venomous snakes found in the country.

Wattalapam: An Eid Memory

Wattalapam is a beloved, traditional dessert, made and distributed by Muslim families on the day of Eid. Here is a look at what it means to Sri Lankans on this festive day.

How To Fight Bad Breath

We’ve all been a victim to bad breath. But have you ever wondered what maybe causing that off putting smell in your mouth? Here’s a few simple ways through which you can have fresh smelling breath throughout the day.

Temple Carvers Of Jaffna

The temple carvers of Jaffna practice a centuries-old craft that is passed down through generations. The intricate and colourful artefacts they create are visible in temples throughout the North.

Sri Lankan Public Transport Info On Google Maps

Sri Lankans will finally be able to see information on local public transport on Google Maps.

The International Kite Festival Is Here Again!

Flying kites on the beach is a time-honoured Sri Lankan summer tradition. Add music, festivities, and some of the best street food in Colombo and you have got yourself the ultimate kite-flying experience: the International Kite Festival on Galle Face Green.

The Tramcars And Trolley Buses Of Old Colombo

As we wait for the Colombo Light Rail Transit to ease our traffic, take a peek into the past, when we already had an urban tram system.

Inside Sri Lanka’s First 3D Film: Gajaman

Gajaman is Sri Lanka’s first ever 3D animated film, set to be released later this year. We spoke to the Director of Gajaman, Chanaka Perera of Studio 101, for an exclusive inside look.

Generating Gymnasts In Sri Lanka

Although Sri Lanka is capable of producing world-class gymnasts, they are limited by the lack of infrastructure and access to foreign training. If viable solutions are found to these problems, the country’s future in gymnastics is bright.

Kadupul: Meet One Of The World’s Most Expensive Flowers

The kadupul flower, which blooms only once a year, is considered the world’s most expensive blossom. That’s why its name translates to ‘flower from heaven’.

Mani The Isso Vade Vendor

We all love a good isso vade at Galle Face, but know so little about the people who make them. Here’s a day in the life of Mani, an isso vade vendor who has been making and selling street food in Colombo since the 1960s.

Sri Lankan Creepy Crawlies With Painful Stings

Many creepy crawlies found in Sri Lanka can cause painful stings and bites. If you encounter any of these, delicately side step away from them.

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