François Valentijn’s Description of Ceylon-by Michael Roberts Source:Thuppahis Thiru Arumugam in The Ceylankan Vol 26/3, August 2023, where the title reads “François Valentijn wrote a 462 page ‘Description of Ceylon’ 300 years ago … Part 2” ……… Part 1 having appeared in The Ceylankan J 102 Vol 26(2) May 2023, pp 24-25. ….. also by Thiru Arumugam First and Second Chapters [Geography] For his sources of information about the geography and history of Ceylon up to the Portugueseperiod, Valentijn relies on the Portuguese writer Diogo do Couto’s Ceylon section of his books Decadas da Asia (Decades of Asia)5. Couto was Chief Keeper of the Records in Goa from 1595 to 1616. Goa was the Asian headquarters of the Portuguese. Valentijn also took information from the Dutch writer Father Philippus Baldeus6, who lived in Jaffna from about 1656 to 1665. For the description of the interior of Ceylon he relies on Robert Knox7, as the Portuguese and Dutch had limited access ...
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Dehiwala Zoo welcomes Lion cub ‘Simba’-by Budhdhika Imbulana Source:Dailynews The public has now got the opportunity to see the lion cub named ‘Simba’, a recent addition to the Dehiwala National Zoo.National Zoological Department Director General Dr. Thilak Premakantha, said that five-week-old Simba will be put on public display everyday at Dehiwala Zoo’s Elephant Theater-01 (near the main restaurant) from 9.30 am to 10.30 am and from 2.30 pm to 3.30 pm. Simba, born to Chandi and Meera at the Hambantota Safari Park, was rejected by the mother after birth. Hence, Simba has been brought to the Dehiwala National Zoo and is being cared under the supervision of veterinarians and animal caretakers. ...
THE IMPORTANCE OF HAVING EACH OTHER – By Charles Schokman People who have healthy relationships are more likely to feel happier and satisfied with their lives. They are less likely to have physical and mental health problems. Healthy relationships can: increase your sense of worth and belonging and help you feel less alone. People in healthy relationships love and support each other. They help each other practically as well as emotionally. They are there for each other in the good times and the bad times. This poem by Rex Don sums it up. How Can You “SM_LE” Without *”I”* ? How Can You Be “F_NE” Without “I” ? How Can You “W_SH” Without “I” ? How Can You Be “N_CE” Without “I” ? How Can You Be a “FAM_LY” Or “RELAT_VE” Without “I” ? How Can You Be a “FR_END” Without “I” ? So “I” Am Very Important! But How Can I Achieve ...
Top 20 Water Sports You Can Experience in Sri Lanka – Bhanuka – eLanka Today, we’re embarking on an aquatic escapade through the dazzling waters of Sri Lanka. From heart-pounding activities to serene water explorations, this list promises unforgettable experiences. So, grab your sunscreen and your sense of adventure, because we’re about to unveil the top 20 water sports in Sri Lanka! 1. Surfing Our journey begins with the timeless thrill of surfing! Sri Lanka’s coastlines boast waves for every level, making it an ideal destination for both beginners and pros. 2. Snorkeling Dive into the world beneath the waves through snorkeling. Immerse yourself in the kaleidoscope of colors found in the vibrant coral reefs and graceful marine life. 3. Scuba Diving Delve into the deep with scuba diving, where you’ll encounter shipwrecks, exotic creatures, and the enchanting beauty of underwater landscapes. 4. Whale Watching Hold your breath as you ...
Aug 28, 2023
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eLanka Newsletter – 27th August 2023 – 8th Edition Sri Lankans in Australia Click here or on the image below to read this week’s elanka Newsletter RIP Errol Lisk (received from the Thomians Centenary Group) Health & Views Aug 2nd issue 2023 – By Dr Harold Gunatillake Kaleidoscope with Savithri Rodrigo 172 24 08 2023 ශ්රීලංකාව, සංස්කෘතික සංචාරක ව්යාපාරය වෙත යොමුවීමේ කාලීන අවශ්යතාව.- By ආචාර්ය ගාමිණී කාරියවසම්. Asitha Fernando gets Top UK Cricket deal – By Sunil Thenabadu Japanese “Peace Pagoda” in Sri Lanka. By Dr.Gamini Kariyawasam. Don’t cry for me Sri Lanka – Why sea turtles and dolphins drying in our waters last month? – by Admiral Ravindra C Wijegunaratne Nostalgic and Historical Images of Jaffna – Captured by Dr. Gamini Goonetilleke in 1994 නිවී ගිය පහන් සිළුවක , මතකයේ අරුණලු හිටපු ජනාධිපති ලේකම් දේශමාන්ය කේ. එච් . ජේ විජයදාස – By ආචාර්ය ගාමිණී කාරියවසම්. Tributes to Popular Personalities ...
Aug 27, 2023
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Jaya Ganga: The Engineering Marvel of the Kala Oya Valley-by Michael Roberts Source:Thuppahis M. Asoka T. De Silva, in The Ceylankan, Journal 103 Vol 26/3, August 2023 Introduction: The first ancient historical record of any type of irrigation work is accredited to an inscription left by King Eannadu of Shirpurla in Southern Baby- lonia, in the ancient Kingdom of Mesopotamia, who had ruled in 4000 BC, and who mentions his construction work of several canals, one of them being known as Lummadimshar, at the side of which he made a reservoir, the first ever on record. Although the contribution of the migrant Aryans to the Indus Valley civilization has been considered negligible, it is conjectured that they did contribute considerably to the natural aspect of this cultural growth, as there seems to be valid reasons to believe that it was the Aryans who introduced the chariot, the horse and the plough, the ...
PETERITES IN THE NEWS – ROHANTHA ATHUKORALA Rohantha Athukorala, a distinguished Old Peterite has been appointed to Harvard Entrepreneur Alumni, Indian Chapter. The Harvard Alumni Entrepreneur (HAE) which is dedicated to the advancement of entrepreneurship, promotion of innovation and ideals of leadership and learning has appointed Sri Lankan business leader, Dr. Rohantha Athukorala to the Harvard Entrepreneur Indian Chapter Co Chair Committee. St. Peter’s College Old Boys’ Union sends its best wishes for his success in all endeavors. CONGRATULATIONS! ...
Aug 27, 2023
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Influences in the Characterisation of the Princess in MANAME-by Michael Roberts Source:Thuppahis Ernest Macintyre, being an article entitled “The Growth of a Tragic Princess”…. published in The Ceylankan, Journal 104, Vol 26/3, August 2023 MANAME Hemamali Gunasinghe as Princess Maname in 1956 Sometimes desultory, at a passing social phenomenon in early Peradeniya that was the Japanese Noh theatre, a powerful and proximate influence on the creation of Maname and Ediriweera Sarachchandra’s sub- sequent major plays. In essentials, Noh theatre shares a good deal with Sanskrit theatre, but the latter is extinct. The texts of the Sanskrit plays do exist, but these alone were insufficient to instruct and inspire meaningful theatrical innovation. The latter needed an existing, breathing live model, which is what Sarachchandra found in Noh theatre. The influence of Noh is much clearer in his later plays, where the chorus not only narrates but comments on the happenings on the stage poetically and philosophically. ...
Aug 27, 2023
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Photos from the Ceylon Society of Australia Meeting on 27 August 2023 with guest speaker – The High Commissioner for Sri Lanka in Australia, Her Excellency Mrs Chitranganee Wagiswara ...
Recipe book ‘රසින් සපිරි මැලේ බොජුන්‘ on Malay delicacies compiled in Sinhala by Edward Chandrasiri – to be launched at the Public library on Saturday 02/09/2023 at 3pm with renowned Chef Deshabandu Pablis Silva The SL Malays not only brought their rich culture but also shared their culinary skills in the country they called home. No meal at a party is complete without Malay pickle or Nasi Goreng with Serkaya (wattalapam) for dessert and Dodol for the evening tea. A 144 page recipe book ‘රසින් සපිරි මැලේ බොජුන්’ on Malay delicacies, a first of its kind compiled in Sinhala by Edward Chandrasiri is to be launched at the Public library on Saturday 02/09/2023 at 3pm with renowned Chef Deshabandu Pablis Silva, a maestro in the science of the culinary art delivering the oration. The event is organisized by Conference of Sri Lankan Malays (COSLAM) and Pertubuan Bangsa Melayu. All are welcome! Please attend and show the ...
