The Economy During the Anuradhapura Epoch – By Dr Tilak S Fernando Source : tilaksblog Every part of the central city of Anuradhapura belonged to the King during the Anuradhapura epoch. There was a standard procedure for kings to follow, known (in Sinhala) as Dasaraja Dharmaya – meaning Charitability, Generosity, Straightforwardness, Humility, Innocence, Peacefulness, Anger, Calmness and Independence. The King was also known as the mahapathy. Once a king was crowned, the new King had to continue with the previous king’s (undertakings, such as repairs to industries and lakes, lochs etc.) It was a standard gesture for the King to maintain peace and tranquillity in the society. The etiquette laid down the Royal family’s rights, which meant that if a king died (without children), the crown was entitled to the dead king’s paternal side. The throne went to his young brothers. During the crowning, the King was made to sit on a throne made ...
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AN ANNIVERSARY TO REMEMBER” – by Des Kelly Any Anniversary is akin to my title of introduction. As we humans grow older, with each passing day, we tend to sometimes forget various Anniversaries, often to the annoyance of Partners and friends. Mostly, these important Anniversaries are those of Birthdays & Weddings which have ‘come & gone’ sadly, as the years pass by. NOT SO, IS THE 75TH ANNIVERSARY OF A LITTLE ISLAND, FORMERLY CALLED CEYLON, NOW, SRI LANKA. Not only is this one unforgettable because of it’s past colourful history, but NOW, because of a really BRILLIANT piece of WRITING by 103 year old D.L.SIRIMANNE from KOHUWALA, a little Suburb of Sri Lanka. To think of ANYONE who is OVER a Century in age, who can even remember to get out of bed each morning, is most difficult, then along comes Mr.Sirimanne, who not only arises, he sits down to ...
Jan 22, 2023
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The Economy During The Anuradhapura Epoch – By Dr Tilak S. Fernando Every part of the central city of Anuradhapura belonged to the King during the Anuradhapura epoch. There was a standard procedure for kings to follow, known (in Sinhala) as Dasaraja Dharmaya – meaning Charitability, Generosity, Straightforwardness, Humility, Innocence, Peacefulness, Anger, Calmness and Independence. The King was also known as the mahapathy. Once a king was crowned, the new King had to continue with the previous king’s (undertakings, such as repairs to industries and lakes, lochs etc.) It was a standard gesture for the King to maintain peace and tranquillity in the society. The etiquette laid down the Royal family’s rights, which meant that if a king died (without children), the crown was entitled to the dead king’s paternal side. The throne went to his young brothers. During the crowning, the King was made to sit on a throne made out of ...
Jan 21, 2023
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ANCIENT SRI LANKAN ENGINEERS AND ARTISANS – By Dr Tilak . S Fernando Ceylon Today on 29 December 2022 This article is based on our forefathers, excellent engineers and artisans with exceptional skills. How many of our present generation is conversant with Sri Lanka engineers’ activities in the bygone years who have amazed the whole world? During the remarkable Parakramabahu reign, the construction of the tallest buildings commenced. King Mahasen also did the most significant structures. The world’s first hospital was constructed during BC 367- 437 during King Pandukabhaya’s reign. No wonder foreigners became dumbstruck when these were built between the second and fourth centuries using metal veins. Sri Lankan ancestors created Palaces following the ancient masterpieces of Ramayana during the Ravana epoch. During the Gampola era, Sri Lankan forefathers produced the world’s first pair of spectacles, a unique design known as ‘ Diyatrippu.’ Wood carving craft came up during ...
Dec 30, 2022
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Mihintale ancient Hospital – the oldest in the world? – By Arundathie Abeysinghe Established by King Sena II (853-887 AC) at *Mihintale around 853 A.D., the ancient hospital in the location is considered as the oldest in the world, although, consulting and healing have taken place in the location centuries before. According to inscriptions, Ayurvedic medicine has been practiced at Mihintale and the hospital has been maintained by Buddhist monks. The layout of the building (of the hospital) and discovery of a medical trough are also evidence that a hospital had existed at the site. The oldest archeological evidence of a hospital in Sri Lanka is within the ruins of Mihintale. The identification was based on a 10th century inscription at the site. According to the plan of the hospital, there had been 31 rooms and these rooms were arranged on a high platform. The consulting room, rooms for hot ...
Dec 22, 2022
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Tagged ancient hospital in Sri Lanka, Anuradhapura, Buddhist monks, Hospital Complex, King Devanampiyatissa, King Pandukabhaya, King Sena II, Mahawamsa, Mannar, medical, Mihintale, Mihintale ancient Hospital, Prince Vijaya, Sri Lanka, Upatissagama
Sri Lanka attracts 30000 tourists in December – By Arundathie Abeysinghe Over 30,000 tourists have arrived in Sri Lanka up to today (19) and aspires to attract the target of 800,000 by end of December. Setbacks experienced due to economic and political crisis, alongside protest campaigns that ousted President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, tourist arrivals decreased during the first six months, this year. Currently, Sri Lanka’s tourism industry is on the way towards recovery. Tourism sector is gathering momentum with large numbers of tourists arriving in Sri Lanka. *Ella is the most popular destination of tourists this year, followed by Kandy, Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa, Trincomalee, Batticaloa and Galle. Tourism sector plays a significant role in the island nation’s economy, making up 12 percent of the nation’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and the third largest source of foreign exchange, providing much-needed revenue for the government. Tourism brings employment opportunities adding thousands of direct ...
Dec 20, 2022
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10 Best Places to Visit in Sri Lanka – By Malsha – eLanka Sri Lanka is a small island . Its in the Indian Ocean. Sri Lanka formerly known as Ceylon. Sri Lanka have Lot of beautiful places to visit . These Are the some of them. visit in Sri Lanka and Spend Your vacation meaningfully. 10 .Hikkaduwa .Hikkaduwa is a town on the south coast of Sri Lanka .Hikkaduwa is Famous for its long sandy beach. 9 . Ella Ella is a town in the Badulla District of Uva Province, Sri Lanka . Ella is surrounded by hills covered with cloud forests and tea plantations. Ella is one of most beautiful areas in sri lanka Attraction places in Ella Dhowa temple Bambaragala Peak Little Adam’s Peak Ravana Ella Falls Nine Arches Bridge Demodara Diyaluma Falls Yahalamadiththa temple Mahamevnawa Buddhist Monastery Ravana cave Nildiya pokuna 8 . Anuradhapura Anuradhapura is ...
Dec 11, 2022
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Kaludiya Pokuna: Convergence of History, Archaeology and Panorama – By Arundathie Abeysinghe image Source : researchgate Sri Lanka is bestowed with religious, historical and archaeological sites, some of which are in ruins, at present. *Mihintale, considered as the “Cradle of Buddhism” is a location where one of the most significant events in Sri Lanka’s history, the meeting between Arhat Mahinda (son of Emperor Asoka of India) and King Devanampiyatissa (306 BC – 266 BC) took place. Hence, Buddhism in Sri Lanka is inextricably linked to Mihintale. Situated off the beaten track and rarely visited by the majority of tourists, Kaludiya Pokuna (meaning Black Water Pond – “kalu” meaning black, “diya” meaning water and “pokuna” meaning pond) is a breathtaking site located at the foot of the western slopes of Mihintale. It is the largest among ponds in Mihintale. Most scholars are of the view that Kaludiya Pokuna may be the ...
Dec 8, 2022
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Vessagiriya – reminiscent gravity-defying boulder with inscriptions – By Arundathie Abeysinghe Located in close proximity to *Isurumuniya, Vessagiriya also known as Vessagiri or Issarasamanarama is an ancient Buddhist Forest Monastery, a section of the ruins of *Anuradhapura. Unlike most historical sites in Anuradhapura, Vessagiriya is a less visited site by tourists. Construction of the Monastery commenced during the reign of King Devanampiyatissa (247 BC – 207 BC) in mid-3rd century BC and the site was expanded during the reign of King Kashyapa (473-495 AD). The Forest Monastery was home to approximately 500 Buddhist Monks and they had lived in rock shelters. Vessagiriya temple complex is located among three rock boulder formations across a large area overlooking the Tissa Wewa in Anuradhapura. Located amongst several mighty boulders, caves, pillars, ponds as well as shady trees, Vessagiriya is a retreat for peace-seeking pilgrims as well as nature lovers as there is a ...
Nov 23, 2022
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Sri Lanka – By VINDANA Hewage Source : VINDANA Hewage linkedin (Third tallest Structure in the World / The Tallest non – Pyramid Building ) The Jetavanarama Stupa is a stupa, or Buddhist reliquary monument, located in the ruins of Jetavana monastery in the UNESCO world heritage city of Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka. At 122 metres (400 ft), it was the world’s tallest stupa, and the third tallest structure in the world when it was built by King Mahasena of Anuradhapura (273–301). He initiated the construction of the stupa following the destruction of the Mahaviharaya of Anuradhapura. His son Maghavanna I completed the construction of the stupa, and it was renovated by Parakramabahu I of Polonnaruwa. The structure is significant in the island’s history as it represents the tensions within the Theravada and Mahayana sects of Buddhism; it is also significant in recorded history as one of the tallest structures in the ancient world; and the tallest non-pyramidal building; the height of the stupa was ...
Sep 23, 2022
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