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Minette de Silva – Architect (A Brief Memoir by Jane Russell) Chapter Two – St Georges “I remember, I remember, the house where I was born.” Thomas Hood (1827) St Georges, the house where Minette was born and grew up, was built on three acres of land on Bahirawakande (Bahirawa Hill) by Minette’s father in 1910. I loved St Georges. The steep winding road up to the house ran through a jungly forest of jak, areca, kittul, bamboo and various tropical fruit and flowering trees. Although in my early twenties, I’d become addicted to Four Aces, the tipped cigarette preferred by government clerks. So, I’d stop at each bend on my way up to catch my failing breat For the fit and enthusiastic, there was a short-cut – a stone staircase of what felt like a hundred steps. It was dangerously slimy in the monsoon and subject to the predations ...

Feb 27, 2024 Posted by In Articles, Jane Russell Tagged , , ,
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Peradeniya: A Glimpse of Paradise in Sri Lanka – by Bhanuka – eLanka Nestled in the verdant heart of Sri Lanka, the picturesque town of Peradeniya is a hidden gem that beckons travelers with its breathtaking natural beauty, rich history, and cultural significance. This enchanting destination, located just a short distance from the city of Kandy, offers a unique blend of lush botanical gardens, historical landmarks, and a tranquil ambiance that makes it a must-visit location for those exploring the island nation of Sri Lanka. Royal Botanical Gardens: A Horticultural Marvel At the heart of Peradeniya’s allure is the renowned Royal Botanical Gardens. Spanning an impressive 147 acres, these meticulously landscaped gardens are among the finest in Asia and are recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Established in the early 19th century during the British colonial era, the gardens were originally used as a royal pleasure garden by Kandyan ...

Oct 7, 2023 Posted by In Articles, Bhanuka Nuwan Tagged ,
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peradeniya botanical garden – By Malsha – eLanka Peradeniya Botanical Garden is a beautiful botanical garden located in the central hills of Sri Lanka, near the city of Kandy. It is one of the oldest and most renowned botanical gardens in Sri Lanka, covering an area of 147 acres. The garden was established in 1821 during the British colonial period and was initially used for coffee and cinnamon cultivation. Later on, it was transformed into a botanical garden in 1843 under the direction of Alexander Moon. Today, the garden is home to over 4,000 species of plants, including many endemic and rare species. Some of the highlights of Peradeniya Botanical Garden include the giant Javan fig tree, which is over 130 years old, the orchid house which displays over 300 varieties of orchids, the spice garden which showcases a wide range of spices, and the palm avenue which is lined ...

Feb 17, 2023 Posted by In Articles, Malsha Madhuhansi Tagged , , ,
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Gannoruwa Agro Technology Park – alluring edible landscaping By Arundathie Abeysinghe   Situated in the salubrious climate of Gannoruwa in Peradeniya about four kilometers from Kandy City and bounded by the *Mahaweli River on three sides with an elevation of about 473 meters above sea level, *Gannoruwa Agro Technology Park is a novel concept in agriculture. Located in close proximity to world renowned Peradeniya Botanical Gardens, the Park provides glimpses of almost all crops and herbs in Sri Lanka displayed in an aesthetically pleasing manner. The Park is situated on both sides of the Gannoruwa Road with each side comprising different sections; diverse local plant species, model home garden with an arched entrance of granadilla (Passiflora quadrangularis) vines, a tissue culture division as well as a plant diseases section with information about different plant diseases and how to treat them. The Park provides information on traditional as well as modern ...

Dec 22, 2020 Posted by In Articles, Arundathie Abeysinghe Tagged , ,
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Seeking to contact: Mrs Hemani Abayesekera Seeking to contact Dr Dayal Abayesekera’s young widow, Hemani, from 1994-5 time ?  I know she completed her studies (MA or PhD? in Qld) and returned home.  Her dad used to be a well-known writer of hist articles to the papers (may be books and mags too) on history, archeol… etc called C M Austin de Silva.    I used to see his writings in the Sinhala Sunday papers which for some years my parents used to send me to Melb so I could cull material for my Sinhala broadcast under Vernon   Abeysekera.      Search as I might via the Net, and from people etc,  I can’t see her name anywhere.  Hearsay had it that she was teaching at Peradeniya Uni.  I have mentioned her to some Peradeni Dons – all to no avail.      Prasanna…….   Kindly email either eLanka (infor@eLanka.com.au ) or Victor Melder (melder.rjvm1935@bigpond.com ) ...

Sep 13, 2020 Posted by In SEEKING TO CONTACT Tagged , Comments 0
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