Marlon Amarasekera performance at the Walawwa in Melbourne. – By Trevine Rodrigo Please click here to view the full photo album on eLanka Facebook page  Please click here to view the full photo album on eLanka Facebook page  Click here to receive your free copy of the eLanka Newsletter twice a week delivered directly to your inbox! ...

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Batalagala or Bible Rock – BY Stefan D’ Silva A popular landmark for thousands of travellers as they made their way through the Kadugannawa Pass. Over the past years not many have made it to the top of this landmark . However, it is fast becoming a popular trek for many young Sri Lankans. The British named it Bible Rock as it apparently looked like an open book or a lectern. TO THE TOP OF BATALA GALA BY Stefan D’ Silva Batalagala or Bible Rock A popular landmark for thousands of travellers as they made their way through the Kadugannawa Pass. Over the past years not many have made it to the top of this landmark . However, it is fast becoming a popular trek for many young Sri Lankans. The British named it Bible Rock as it apparently looked like an open book or a lectern. TO THE TOP ...

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Christmas Videos for the festive Season – sent to eLanka by Patrick Ranasinghe Some Christmas Videos for the festive Season please enjoy and forward to Friends and others Wayne Newton Christmas Songs Wayne Newton Songs of the 60s      Bobby Helms Christmas Songs The Ronettes Christmas Songs A Special Anne Murray Christmas      ...

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Festive Cheers: Homemade Eggnog Delight for a Merry Christmas! – By Malsha – eLanka Celebrate the festive spirit of Christmas with a classic and irresistible treat – Eggnog! This rich and creamy beverage is a holiday essential, bringing warmth and joy to gatherings. Here’s a simple and delightful recipe to create your own homemade Eggnog: Eggnog Recipe Ingredients: 2 cups fresh milk 4 tablespoons sugar 3 eggs 1/2 tsp nutmeg powder 1/2 tsp cinnamon powder 1/2 teaspoon ginger powder A pinch of clove powder Instructions: In a deep vessel, combine fresh milk, cinnamon powder, nutmeg powder, ginger powder, and clove powder. Mix well and heat on low flame, allowing it to boil for about 5 minutes. Separate the egg yolks from the whites. In a bowl, add 2 tablespoons of sugar to the egg yolks and beat until the sugar dissolves. Gradually incorporate the previously prepared milk mixture into the ...

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Amaradeva Master’s 96th birth memorial will be held on December 5th. – By Gamini Kariyawasam The 96th birth  anniversary of Pandit Amaradeva, who conquered the local music scene, will be celebrated on December 5th. Sri Lanka, a land of breathtaking landscapes and vibrant culture, is also home to some of the most remarkable personalities. Among these icons, the name W.D. Amaradeva stands tall as a musical legend who has left an indelible mark on the nation’s cultural heritage. In this article, we pay tribute to the life and legacy of W.D. Amaradeva, a musical maestro who will forever be remembered for his extraordinary contributions to the world of music. Wannakuwatta Waduge Don Albert Perera, known to the world as W.D. Amaradeva, was born on December 5, 1927, in Moratuwa, Sri Lanka. His journey into the world of music began at a young age, when he started playing the violin. His ...

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We’ll ensure not to discuss on field plans in Urdu in front of Usman Khawaja, Hasan Ali In a candid interview, Pakistani cricketer Hasan Ali shed light on the upcoming challenges his team faces during the highly anticipated tour to Australia. The fast bowler, spoke about an interesting takeaway from last Benaud-Qadir Trophy. “Usman bhai is familiar with Urdu,” Hasan stated, “but after he leaked our strategies to the Australia cricket team in Karachi, we’ve become more cautious. We’ll ensure not to discuss plans in Urdu in front of him to keep our strategies confidential. We’ll move a bit farther away from him to strategize for the game.” Discussing the challenges of the Australian tour, Hasan emphasized the toughness of Australian conditions, especially with the bouncy tracks that provide extra bounce, making it a formidable test for the Pakistani team. “It’s not just Pakistan; all South Asian teams find it ...

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Sri Lankan artefacts in the Dutch Australian Heritage Centre Image Source : victoriancollections We at eLanka would like to forward  the following invitation from the Dutch Australian Heritage Centre to Sri Lankans, in particular Dutch Burghers, residing in Victoria. The DAHC (Dutch Australian Heritage Centre), situated at 60 Rosstown Road, Carnegie, contains a display of various artefacts related to Dutch migration. Given the Netherlands’ connection with Sri Lanka and especially its ‘Dutch Burghers’ through Dutch colonisation and VOC involvement, the DAHC is interested in adding similar items related to Sri Lanka to its collection. These could include ornaments, furnishings, books, photographs, etc that are no longer required by their current owners but are worth preserving for future generations. If you are able to contribute, please contact Michael Gysberts on 0419 549 376 or by email to houdoe@outlook.com.au In the meantime, you are invited to visit https://victoriancollections.net.au (Dutch Australian Heritage Centre Victoria) for more information about the DAHC. ...

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