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Kumana National Park – A Birdwatcher’s Paradise in Sri Lanka-by Kalani-eLanka Kumana National Park, located on the southeastern coast of Sri Lanka in the Ampara District, is one of the island’s premier destinations for birdwatching and wildlife experiences. Covering an area of approximately 35,665 hectares, the park is part of the larger Yala East National Park and is renowned for its tranquil beauty, rich biodiversity, and cultural significance. History and Location Kumana National Park was originally declared a bird sanctuary in 1938 and was later designated as a national park in 1970. It borders the more famous Yala National Park, but unlike Yala, Kumana offers a quieter, more serene safari experience. The park lies about 391 kilometers from Colombo, making it accessible by road for both local and international travelers. Wildlife and Birdlife Kumana is especially famous for its wetlands and mangrove swamps, which provide an ideal habitat for a ...

May 5, 2025 Posted by In Articles, Kalani Prabodha Tagged , , , , , ,
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As Tourism Surges in Sri Lanka, Locals Are Asking Who Truly Benefits-by Zinara Rathnayake Tourists walk on the beach at sunset in Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka. (Thilina Kaluthotage/NurPhoto via Getty Images) Source:Newlinesmag In December, Dutch traveler Tom Grond posted a short video on his Instagram account. “I found Bali 2.0 in Sri Lanka,” he wrote. In the reel, one could see a beachfront restaurant with a thatched roof, tables on the sand, local staff with broad smiles, coconuts on the countertops, a resident puppy and white tourists on beanbags. On the menu, coconuts were $2 and kombucha $3 — more than half the daily wage of a worker who handpicks the tea leaves that make this fermented beverage. On the sea, a couple of fishers sat on stilts with their fishing rods. The waves ebbed. The sun reddened.  The cafe in Grond’s video was in Ahangama, a small town 88 ...

Apr 16, 2025 Posted by In Articles Tagged , , , ,
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eLanka Newsletter – 27th November 2024 – 8th Edition Sri Lankans in Australia Click here or on the image below to read this week’s elanka Newsletter Photos from Ceylon society Australia AGM, and Christmas party held at Pennant Hills Community Centre Rampant India run riot as Australia surrender without a fight. – BY TREVINE RODRIGO IN MELBOURNE. (eLanka Sports Editor) Cloves- their health benefits – By Dr Harold Gunatillake NRMA Insurance West Test Smashes Attendance and Viewership Records to Start Border-Gavaskar Series Good News From Jayam – By Jayam Rutnam Read This Inspirational Story About A Woman’s Final Request To Her Pastor. – By Charles Schokman A SINGING SENSATION IN THE MAKING -THANURI MADURIYA – By Sunil Thenabadu King Kohli notches his 30th century and with Jaiswal sets up Australia’s nightmare start to Summer. – BY TREVINE RODRIGO IN MELBOURNE. (eLanka Sports Editor) DONALD TRUMP PROVIDES RAY OF HOPE FOR ...

Nov 27, 2024 Posted by In Articles, eLanka Newsletters Tagged , , , , , ,
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Bishop Chickera’s Incisive Warning re Israeli Inroads at Arugam Bay – By Michael Roberts Source : thuppahis There has been growing public concern over the recent weeks about happenings in Arugam Bay. This analysis adds to the discourse. Democratic states are obliged to protect all people within its borders whether citizens or non-citizens. Non-citizens include tourists on short stays subject to the law of the land they visit. Informed sources report that Jewish places of prayer have been set up for Israeli tourists in Arugam Bay. Although few would object to people at prayer, this raises a concern. Why would tourists on short stays want this when they can pray in their rooms? A likely answer links two possibilities. Some of these tourists are here to stay longer and have been permitted to do so and the authorities have turned a blind eye to the construction or designation of a Jewish place ...

Nov 26, 2024 Posted by In Articles, Michael Roberts Tagged ,
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Meet the teenaged Surf Queen of Arugam Bay-by the Harmony page team Mili Hayllar     Source:FT Oceans. Deserts. Rivers. Valleys. The skies. The sun. Mountains. Waves. Sea-shells. Sand. Earth. Mud. Grass. Shrubs. Trees. Forests. Fruits. The vegetation. Food. The breeze. The bounty. In Sri Lanka we are surrounded by almost all of these, with the exception of deserts, living as we are in a lush and diverse country. Yet, how many of us immerse ourselves in these bountiful wonders? Have we cared to glance up at the skies or dip our feet in the frilled rush of the seas… the waves or test its crest? Do we encourage our youngsters to do this? Or do we trap them day and night in the unending churning of crammed indifference that passes off as education? In a backdrop where any sport or aesthetic activity and spending time in nature is seen ...

Nov 17, 2024 Posted by In Articles Tagged ,
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Arugam Bay: Delving beneath the waves-by Surya Vishwa Source:FT   Abdul Wahab Lalanka Palliyaguruge Saagie Navaratnam Arugam Bay. Where the beaches wear gold and the waves whisper, rasp and roar, beckoning the visitor mysteriously. Those who are enamoured follow the call and go on an enticing, tumultuous, frothy sea borne journey of highs and lows that we call surfing. It is a surface water sport that is popular globally and which has existed from ancient times although the manner in which it is carried out is different in modern times where a surfing board is used whereas earlier it was just the human anatomy directly wrestling with the waves. In Sri Lanka one of the most alluring surfing sites is Arugam Bay adjacent to Panama and Pottuvil in the East Coast. It is in Arugam Bay that the World Surf League held its international surfing event in 2019 attracting around ...

Nov 4, 2024 Posted by In Articles Tagged ,
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Uncertainty Lingers in Arugam Bay-by Aanya Wipulasena Source:Ceylontoday T. Thuslimiya, 18, did not expect a heavy security forces presence in Arugam Bay. She lives walking distance from the town, and since news broke out about a possible threat to tourists on Wednesday (23) she has not stepped out of her house. “We are all very scared. The warning came out of the blue. We had no idea what was going on. We still don’t,” she said as she sat on the veranda of her house. By Friday (25), all but one Israeli national remained in Arugam Bay. Others were evacuated with Police protection. Their absence is evident in the usually busy tourist hotspot. Even though surfing off-season is just starting, with the crowds moving to the South, hoteliers in the area say at the end of the previous season there were more tourists in town than now. ...

Oct 28, 2024 Posted by In Articles Tagged , , , ,
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Arugam Bay: Where Serenity Meets Adventure-by Kalani-eLanka Nestled on the eastern coast of Sri Lanka, Arugam Bay stands as a testament to the marriage of tranquility and thrill, making it a sought-after destination for both leisure seekers and adrenaline enthusiasts alike. Renowned for its pristine beaches, world-class surf breaks, and the mesmerizing blend of local culture, Arugam Bay offers an unparalleled experience to all who step onto its golden shores. At the heart of Arugam Bay’s allure lies its fame as a surfing paradise. Known affectionately as ‘A-Bay’ by surf aficionados, the coastline plays host to a variety of waves catering to all skill levels. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a novice eager to catch your first wave, the consistent breaks, such as the renowned Main Point and Whiskey Point, offer an exhilarating experience. Beyond the thrill of the surf, Arugam Bay is embraced by nature’s gifts. The nearby ...

Oct 28, 2023 Posted by In Articles, Kalani Prabodha Tagged
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AN ODYSSEY  –  THE SEARCH FOR HERITAGE  (Part 2) – by Bernard VanCuylenburg PROLOGUE. Saying “Goodbye” is never easy. The “Goodbyes” I bid to the Staff at Nilaveli Beach Hotel after a relaxed idyllic holiday following the first leg of my tour was hard. This was where I cut my teeth on life’s road and the ties that bind me to this Hotel were, and remain very strong. But there was a long road ahead, a road I never travelled before. Travice Ondaatjie, whose late Dad Mr.George Ondaatjie was my Boss when I worked for Nilaveli Beach Hotels Limited drove up to Nilaveli on Friday the 24th and told me that on Sunday the 26th March we would leave for Passekudah, Arugam Bay and travel down the Eastern seaboard right down to the Lahuggala National Park in Amparai to visit the archaeological sites there, and then head for Wellawaya and ...

May 3, 2023 Posted by In Articles, Bernard VanCuylenburg Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , ,
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Forging Revolutionary Paths. In the Sea. Tamil Females ‘breach’ Arugam Bay – By Michael Roberts Source : thuppahis “The Rise of Sri Lanka’s Female Surfers,” — An Article by Zinara Rathnayaake with Snaps by Tommy Schultz, …. Introduction by Glenn T Goodwin:  “A new, all-women Surf Club in Sri Lanka is enriching the country’s burgeoning surfing scene while defying cultural expectations. I had a chance to live in Sri Lanka for three weeks doing humanitarian relief work after the 2004 tsunami. The tragedy of lost lives and communities just made the harsh vibe of a chronic politically torn culture even more tense. Although much of the east coast was obliterated, I did get a chance to surf at Arugam Bay, (one of the favorite spots for Aussie surfers and one of mine too, my memory still reminds me of the sweet waves at Arugam). When I came across this article, I was stoked ...

Dec 19, 2022 Posted by In Articles, Michael Roberts Tagged , , ,
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