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Medawachchiya, Sri Lanka: Where Tranquility Meets Rich Heritage – by Bhanuka – eLanka Nestled in the heart of Sri Lanka’s North Central Province lies the charming town of Medawachchiya. This hidden gem offers a unique blend of tranquility, natural beauty, and rich cultural heritage that captivates the hearts of travelers seeking an off-the-beaten-path experience. Let’s embark on a journey to explore the wonders of Medawachchiya. Natural Beauty Beyond Compare: Medawachchiya is blessed with lush green landscapes and scenic vistas that are a feast for the eyes. The town is situated close to the magnificent Wilpattu National Park, one of Sri Lanka’s largest and most biodiverse wildlife reserves. Wilpattu is renowned for its pristine wilderness, populated by diverse flora and fauna, including the elusive Sri Lankan leopard. A safari through this natural wonderland is an adventure you won’t forget. Rich Cultural Heritage: Medawachchiya is steeped in history and culture. The town’s ...

Oct 3, 2023 Posted by In Articles, Bhanuka Nuwan Tagged , ,
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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 Posted by In Articles, DESMOND KELLY Tagged , , , , , , , ,
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Thonigala Rock Inscriptions – steeped in legend – By Arundathie Abeysinghe There are many places in Sri Lanka known as “Thonigala” and two locations have the same historical as well as archeological significance. One location is situated at the 6th Mile Post in *Vavuniya-*Horowpathana Road. This location is well-known due to the rock inscriptions engraved on a low flat hummock of gneiss rock, approximately two meters (eight feet) towards south of the ruins of a small rubble-built stupa (dagoba) that describes a banking system that existed in the 4th Century. Also known as Toṇigala (Thonigala) or Nagaragala, the location is situated in the jungle approximately 9.5 kilometers (6 miles) from Vavuniya, in close proximity to the border between Northern Province and North-Central Province of Sri Lanka These inscriptions were recorded by Henry Parker in 1886 and they were listed in the Annual Report of the Archaeological Survey of Ceylon of ...

Aug 24, 2022 Posted by In Articles, Arundathie Abeysinghe Tagged , , , , , ,
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