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5 Questions With Author And Entrepreneur Amanda Jayatissa

Five Questions is a short series where we interview interesting personalities and shine the spotlight on some of Sri Lanka’s more intriguing professions. Last…

The World Of Edible Tubers (that you are probably not familiar with)

Edible tuberous roots, better known as yams or ala in Sinhalese, are a popular food source, particularly in rural areas, as they are packed…

All About The Ambalama—The Wayside Shelters Built For The Weary Traveller

In the past, when the only means of transport for most people were their own feet, it often took several days—and sometimes even weeks—to…

The Lesser Known Places Of Interest In Kandy—Part II

Many people like to venture up-country to Kandy because of the cool climate, picturesque surroundings, and its numerous cultural, historical and archaeological sites. However,…

The Jaffna—A WWI Aircraft That Was Funded By Ceylonese Migrants

From the myths and legends of Ravana’s aircraft, the dandu monara, to the stories of the sarong-clad pilot, Paulis Appuhamy, and the cricketing pilot,…

What’s The Buzz About Sri Lanka’s Honey Bees

Bees may be small creatures, but the role that they play in the environment is a very important one. The tiny hairs found on…

From The City Of Ratnapura: The Sabaragamuwa Tradition Of Dance

Much like the pahatharata natum (low country dances) of the coastal region and the udarata natum (up country or Kandyan dances) of the hill…

The Eighteen Masks – Dance Exorcisms Of The Low Country

Long before the advent of western medicine, Sri Lanka had its own indigenous system of medicine and ritualistic healing.In the ancient times, people in…

The History Of The Beira Lake

The Beira Lake and its colonial history The man-made lakes—or tanks—constructed in Sri Lanka were built with one purpose in mind: to hold the…

Sights We Shouldn’t Miss On The Climb Up Adam’s Peak

Adam’s Peak, or Sri Pada, is undoubtedly one of the most famous mountains in Sri Lanka. Through the ages, it has commanded the respect…

When Architecture And Buddhism Came Together: The Guard Stones Of Ancient Sri Lanka

The ruins of Sri Lanka’s ancient kingdoms are a testament to the architectural skill of our ancestors. They have several unique architectural features including…

Ravanahatha: The Fabled Violin Of Ravana

Among the handful of unique musical instruments that Sri Lanka is proud to call its own, the ravanahatha is one which stands out. The…

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