eLanka Newsletter – 28th February 2024 – 8th Edition – Sri Lankans In Australia Sri Lankans in Australia Click here or on the image below to read this week’s elanka Newsletter BIRTHDAY ACKNOWLEDGEMENT – Charles Schokman The Cricket Australia National Selection Panel (NSP) has today named the Australian women’s squads for the T20I and ODI CommBank Tour of Bangladesh. SINGING QUEEN WITH UNPARALEL LINEAGE RUVINIE DUNUWILLE REMINISCED – By Sunil Thenabadu TRIBUTE TO ACKIEL OUSMAND: A legacy of Love, Community Service, and Commitment to Excellence! – By Upali Obeyesekere reporting from Toronto, Canada Counting & Cracking 2024 – 31st May To 23rd June ( Melbourne Event ) A Revolutionary Architect: Minnette De Silva-by Jane Russell Minette de Silva – Architect – by Jane Russell Ruvi Lakmali Exuberant, Flamboyant Tele and film Actress,Wins Award At Sumathi Tele Awards 2024 For Her Role In THUMPANE Tele Drama – By Sunil Thenabadu Good ...
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Kelaniya Raja Maha Viharaya-by Kalani-eLanka The lush greenery of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, stands the revered Kelaniya Raja Maha Viharaya, an epitome of Buddhist heritage and spirituality. With its rich history dating back over two millennia, this sacred temple holds a special place in the hearts of devotees and visitors alike, drawing pilgrims from far and wide to experience its tranquil ambiance and profound religious significance. The origins of the Kelaniya Raja Maha Viharaya are steeped in legend and myth, tracing back to the era of Lord Buddha himself. According to traditional beliefs, the temple was established during the third visit of Lord Buddha to Sri Lanka, around 500 BCE. It is said that the site was sanctified by the Buddha’s own presence, marking it as a sacred place of worship for generations to come. Over the centuries, the temple has undergone numerous renovations and expansions, each contributing to its architectural ...
