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Kibulagala Rock – birthplace of Nandimithra – By Arundathie Abeysinghe Located on a rocky hill, the rock plateau, Kibulagala Rock is considered a momentous site due to inscriptions located on the summit of the plateau. Considered as the birthplace of the giant Nandimithra who was in *King Dutugemunu’s *Dasa Maha Yoda Sena (“Sena” meaning an army of soldiers), the breathtaking hamlet is located towards the end in the northern section of *Anuradhapura Kingdom. Due to the shape of the rock resembling the shape of a crocodile (kimbula in Sinhala), the rock is known as “Kibulagala” (meaning the rock in the shape of a crocodile). Kimbulagala Rock is historically and archaeologically significant due to cave inscriptions and dripstones. There are 13 cave inscriptions written in *Brahmi script from the 3rd century BC to the 1st century AD, including 23 caves with dripstones at the location. The two significant historical sites Erupothana ...
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PRINCE OF PEACE CHRISTIANITYISME (The Narrow Path) – By Lakshman Navaratne 4 billion humans alive on this earth, operating in the name of Christ, will comprehend the imagination of the writer’s precept of the “Prince of Peace”. Nobody is a Christian, unless one has received the Baptism of Pentecost![A] This is the same Baptism, Jesus born of Mary, received at the age of 30 at the banks of the river Jordon, while been immersed in the water. The baptism of repentance, through John the Baptist, Baptism of the Spirit through the Maker of Humanity. Only scripture have the truth written in letter, reason why we have to Die? Only Scripture says we were made in the image of our Maker, our Maker is Eternal and so are we, should also be eternal? The wisdom of the Scripture documents “wage of Sin is death”. Since Adam losing the ingredient “Faith” in ...
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Let’s Be Selfish – In A New Way! – By C Panditharatne World Kindness Day 2023 – 13th November Source : AUSTRALIA SRI LANKA ASSOCIATION SA INC (ASLA) – Newsltter November 2023. Did you know that CAKE could increase our mental and physical health? Well, not actually eating Cake though. It is about doing CAKE. That is, Consistent Acts of Kindness and Empathy (CAKE). Positive Psychologists strongly recommend following the method called CAKE – Consistent Acts of Kindness and Empathy, to improve our physical and psychological health, on a daily-basis. Just one simple little act of kindness each day has been scientifically proven to cure many sicknesses in our minds, as well as in our bodies. Being kind starts with empathy. Empathy is feeling someone else’s need or pain. Feeling empathy is not kindness. Doing something about it is called ‘kindness’. It is easy to feel empathy when we have ...
200 years ago a green haven began to grow The Royal Botanical Gardens Peradeniy Excerpts from The Sunday Times – By Udumbara Udugama Source : AUSTRALIA SRI LANKA ASSOCIATION SA INC (ASLA) – Newsltter November 2023. The Royal Botanic Gardens Peradeniya, beloved to Lankans and known simply as the Peradeniya Gardens celebrated it’s bicentiary in 2022. Founded by the British as a premier research institution for agriculture and plantation crops in the country, it was brought under the purview of the Department of Agriculture and in 2006, the Department of National Botanic Gardens was formed to administer this and other botanic gardens around the island. Dr. Shelomi Krishnarajah, the seventh Sri Lankan Director General of the Gardens and the first woman to hold this post. Dr Krishnarajah who was appointed in 2018 has a solid background in floriculture and tissue culture. The history of the Royal Gardens could be traced ...
ASLA and represented at the Multicultural Festival 2023 ( Adelaide Event). Source : AUSTRALIA SRI LANKA ASSOCIATION SA INC (ASLA) – Newsltter November 2023. ASLA was invited to participate at the Annual Multicultural Festival held in Victoria Square on 12th of November. This was the first time that ASLA was involved with this wonderful event. The ASLA Committee represented Sri Lanka with a food stall showcasing enticing savoury and sweet Hoppers. It was a lovely afternoon and thoroughly enjoyed by all who attended. Over 55 cultures were represented at the festival, showcasing music, dancing, food and arts and crafts. ...
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Where have All the Windies Cricketers Gone-by Michael Roberts Source:Thuppahis Where have All the Flowers Gone, Long Time Passing …. Where have All the Windies Cricketers Gone, Caribbean Death-knell Looming …………………. A Ditty from One Thuppahi …. Pete Seeger https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Where_Have_All_the_Flowers_Gone%3F https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pete_Seeger The West Indies in their heyday of the early 1980s. Picture: staff photographer…. Michael Holding & Kim Hughes Robert Craddock: “Former Australian captain Kim Hughes fears for the future of the West Indies in Test cricket,” ……… https://www.theaustralian.com.au/sport/cricket/former-australian-captain-kim-hughes-fears-for-the-future-of-the-west-indies-in-test-cricket/news-story/b7072443b5993 ...
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Mannar, Sri Lanka: Unveiling the Rich Tapestry of History and Tranquility – By Bhanuka – eLanka Nestled along the pristine northwestern coast of Sri Lanka, Mannar welcomes travelers with open arms, offering a unique blend of rich history, cultural diversity, and serene landscapes. In this exploration, we embark on a journey to uncover the hidden treasures that make Mannar a captivating destination. Mannar’s historical significance is woven into the very fabric of the town. As a former trading hub, Mannar bears the influences of the Portuguese, Dutch, and British, each leaving an indelible mark on its architecture and cultural identity. The Mannar Fort, standing proudly against the backdrop of time, serves as a silent witness to the town’s colonial past. Cultural diversity flourishes in Mannar, where different religious communities coexist harmoniously. From the Mannar Island Bird Sanctuary, a haven for migratory birds, to the revered Thiruketheeswaram Kovil and the historic ...
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