Lionel Wendt, Count de Mauny, David Paynter and Raman-by Hugh Karunanayake Source:Island Image Source:Island The self styled “Count”. De Mauny was born as Maurice Marie Talavande on March 21, 1886. The circumstances under which he left for Ceylon were controversial, some writers suggesting that he was compelled to leave France for misbehaviour with young men in his charge. None of these rumours have ever been established, and to this day remain as rumours. According to William Warren, author of the book “Tropical Asian Style”, de Mauny was first invited to Ceylon in 1912 by SIr Thomas Lipton the tea magnate. He followed that up with several subsequent visits concluding with his purchase of an island off the coast of Weligama, which was only a rocky outcrop one and a half acres in extent and overrun with weeds. He paid Rs 250 for the island, and soon settled down to ...
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The ‘Sivrudagaba’ in Kelaniya-by Mahil Wijesinghe Source:sundayobserver Image Source:sundayobserver Learn about the fascinating history of the Kithsrimevan Kelani Raja Maha Vihara where the Buddha’s bathing robe is believed to be enshrined in the dagaba known as ‘Sivrudagaba’ After visiting the Kelaniya Raja Maha Vihara last week, I stepped down under the magnificent white-painted archway and moved towards a shady tree in the lower terrace in search of an elderly villager who promised to keep my shoes until I returned from the temple. While I was taking leave from him, he inquired, “Mahattaya Egoda Kelaniya pansalata yannenedda? ‘Sivrugala’ ethana thiyenawa, Ekath Balanna”. (Sir, why don’t you visit the Egoda Kelaniya temple? ‘Sivrugala’ is over there). He showed me the way to the temple on the opposite bank of the Kelani Ganga from the main Kelaniya Raja Maha Vihara. The villagers refer to this temple as the Egoda Kelani Vihara. The glistening ...
Feb 10, 2024
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Three new Wetlands to be declared under Ramsar Convention this year – Minister Pavithra Source:Dailynews Irrigation, Wildlife and Forest Conservation Minister Pavithra Wanniarachchi said that the Wildlife Department has planned to declare three new wetlands in Sri Lanka as wetlands under the Ramsar Convention. The minister mentioned this while speaking to the media on the occasion of “World Wetlands Day” that fell on February 2. The Wildlife Department has planned to designate the Viduthalaithivu Nature Reserve in Mannar district, Adam’s Bridge National Park and the Chundikulam National Park in Jaffna district as new wetland zones in 2024. The minister further said that steps have also been taken to expand the Wankalai Sanctuary up to the Wedithalativu Nature Reserve. ...
Feb 10, 2024
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Keppetipola: A National Hero Etched In Memory- by Pradeep Withanage – Galnewa Source:Ceylontoday This country has completed 76 years since it gained its independence from its colonial rulers. In that journey the 1818 insurrection or in other words known as the ‘Wellasse Kerella’ occupies a significant place in its history. In the wake of the failure of that insurrection, two of the insurgents known as Monerawila Keppetipola Disawe and Madugalle Disawe who sought refuge in places such as Anuradhapura and the central hills were subsequently apprehended by the British and though two centuries have since elapsed, that incident is yet etched in memory. It is said that these insurgents had sought refuge at a village called ‘Parawahagama’ on the Southern border of the Anuradhapura District. This village had been known initially as ‘Wadigamangawa’ and then it had been known as ‘Parawesugama’ after which it had settled on its name ‘Parawahagama’. ...
Feb 10, 2024
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Legend of Sri Lanka cricket – Darrell Lieversz Source:Ceylon Then / Sri Lanka Now Facebook Page Darrell Lieversz was a talented swing bowler who captained Royal College in 1962. Darrell made his international debut for Ceylon in 1964 against the visiting Australians. His best bowling performance for Ceylon was against Pakistan in 1964. The Pakistani batsman struggled against his swing bowling during the match and Ceylon registered its first ever “Unofficial” Test win. He was also part of the Ceylon team when it registered its first ever win overseas in 1965 when Ceylon beat India in India in the 2nd ” unofficial” Test match. To this day, Sri Lanka has not defeated India in India in a “Test” or “unofficial Test” match since this match. Darrell Lieversz was also a talented athlete who represented Ceylon in the Asian Games ...
OBITUARY: JASMINE FERNANDO We regret to announce the death of Jasmin Fernando, the beloved wife of Ruwanal and much-loved mother of Amila, Malinda and Dinuka. Jasmine’s funeral will be held on Saturday, February 17, at Mary Immaculate Church, 125 Barnier Drive, Quakers Hill, NSW. The viewing will be from 10.30am followed by Mass and the burial at Riverstone Cemetery, Cemetery Road, Riverstone, NSW. Jasmine, an alumni of Holy Family Convent, Dehiwela, was a much loved member of her parish and the community. She and her family supported our college functions in Sydney and she will be sorely missed by all who knew and loved her. Our sincere condolences and prayers to our fellow Peterites Ruwanal, Amila, Malinda, and Dinuka and their grieving families on this huge loss. OBITUARY NOTICE JASMINE FERNNADO: beloved Wife of Ruwanal, much-loved mother of Amila, Malinda and Dinuka, Loving Mother-in-Law of Dinushi, Jilska and Dinease. Cherished ...
Feb 10, 2024
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Tagged 2024, Amila, and burial information, and Dinuka, Beloved wife and mother, Celebration of her life on February 17, Cherished grandmother, Community support and involvement in college functions, Condolences to Peterites Ruwanal, Dehiwela alumna, Funeral details: Mary Immaculate Church, Holy Family Convent, Jasmine Fernando death announcement, Malinda, Mass, NSW, Obituary notice for Jasmine Fernando, Quakers Hill, Riverstone Cemetery details, Safe Arms of Jesus, Viewing
