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The Bridge on the River Kwai and Kitulgala, – By Sukumar Shan Source : Sri Lankan Planters (SLP) Official FB page The movie, explores the lives of British prisoners of war being held at a Japanese prison camp in Burma, was filmed in Sri Lanka (then called Ceylon) near the town of Kitulgala, which is known for its rainforests, adventure sports and activities. The movie was based on the 1952 novel by Pierre Boulle. Images of the contstruction of the bridge at Kitulgala as featured in the Illustrated London Newspaper of 9th November 1957. The First Bridge Built by L&T won an Oscar for the Film! The very first bridge built by ECC was in the mid-1950s. Interestingly, it was for the film The Bridge on the River Kwai. It took nearly eight months to build the wooden bridge, and just 30 seconds to blow it up by director David Lean’s ...

Jan 28, 2024 Posted by In Articles Tagged , , ,
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Duruthu Poya Day Celebration in Kandy. – By Dr harold Gunatillake On January 25th this year, Sri Lanka celebrated the Duruthu Full Moon Poya Day. This festival falls on the first full moon in January, commemorating Gautama Buddha’s first visit to Sri Lanka. It is an important religious and historical event in Sri Lanka’s calendar, as it occurred in the ninth month after the Buddha attained Enlightenment. During his visit, the Buddha travelled to Mahiyanganaya in the Uva Province of Sri Lanka, where he gave sermons to two warring tribes to end their conflicts. The tribes listened to his teachings and stopped fighting with each other, and instead began to treat each other with respect. The local God, Sumana Saman, was impressed by the Buddha’s teachings and invited him to leave his sacred footprint on the peak of Samanala Mountain, which is now known as Adam’s Peak. To this day, ...

Jan 28, 2024 Posted by In Articles, Dr harold Gunatillake Tagged , , , , ,
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Comment: Too many Britons are missing out on Sri Lanka Source : travelweekly Sam Clark, chief executive of Experience Travel Group, believes the destination is being let down by FCDO advice When I visited Sri Lanka last October, I heard a Sinhalese cultural idiom which stuck in my head – “Giya loola maha ekaa lu”. This roughly translates to “the eel that escaped your hands is the biggest one”: an allegory for a missed opportunity. Sadly, too many Britons are missing out on the wonders of Sri Lanka – the country’s ancient temples, idyllic beaches, cultural riches and diverse wildlife are some of the greatest wonders of the world. But Britain’s own foreign office is needlessly deterring its citizens from visiting. The FCDO’s advice concludes that ‘’protests” and “violent unrest can happen anywhere across the island at short notice”, attacks could be “indiscriminate” and that “the authorities may impose restrictions, including curfews, ...

Jan 24, 2024 Posted by In Articles Tagged , , ,
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U19 World Cup 2024: Sri Lanka, New Zealand open account with convincing wins Source : thestatesman In Kimberley, Sri Lanka defeated Zimbabwe by 39 runs (DLS Method) at the Kimberley Oval. U19 World Cup 2024: Sri Lanka, New Zealand open account with convincing wins Sri Lanka fought back to win after a stuttering start while New Zealand came out comfortable winners against Nepal on the third day of action in the U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2024 at various venues in South Africa on Sunday. In Kimberley, Sri Lanka defeated Zimbabwe by 39 runs (DLS Method) at the Kimberley Oval. Sri Lanka were left reeling after a blistering Zimbabwe bowling effort early in their innings before an enterprising fifty from Dinura Kalupahana helped them cross 200. A disciplined and accurate bowling performance then helped them to a win over Zimbabwe. Elsewhere in East London, powered by a solid ton from Snehith ...

Jan 24, 2024 Posted by In Articles Tagged , , , ,
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“Nil Ahase Hiru Nagila (Colorized)” Below video ( reproduced with colour) where Yamuna Priyanthi Wijegunaratne ( née De Saram), daughter of Mr Basil De Saram (Mr Sri Lanka in 1970s / Sri Lanka Athlete- represented them Ceylon in Putt Shot and Discus / tallest Actor in Ceylon/ Sri Lanka Cinema – 6’5”) and famous Actress in 70s – Thalatha Gunasekara ( née Abekoon) – mother of famous Actress Nadeeka Gunasekara ) old girl of Hillwood College , Kandy) acting on famous film “ Me Dasa Kumatada”  as a child actress 50 years ago…..,,please enjoy the song and her quiet acting. THOSE WERE THE DAYS !  In 1962 ….. Mr Basil De Saram and Mrs Thalatha Gunasekara ( on extreme Right) with famous film producer Chandra Rathnum ( in the centre ) and famous actress Sandhya Kumari in 1962 Yamuna today with Ravindra Chandrasiri Wijegunaratne and 30 son ...

Jan 22, 2024 Posted by In Articles Tagged , , , , , , ,
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A tribute to our beloved son and one of a kind human being – By Marie Wambeek Vernon Glen Wambeek was our eldest son, named after his father Vernon however everyone knew him as Glen. He studied at Wesley College in Colombo where he ended up becoming a prefect. He was into various sports including Rugby, Cricket and Athletics, in addition to being a Judo National Champion. He also took part in school plays; his most memorable role was when he played Julius Caesar in a Shakespearean Drama Competition which he ended up winning. Glen moved to Australia in 1977 and started his career in the hotel industry, eventually opening up his own restaurant in Crows Nest known as the ‘Rangoon Racquet Club’. It was voted one of the top restaurants in New South Wales. Glen married and became a father of 2 sons; Glen Junior and Cameron who he ...

Jan 22, 2024 Posted by In Articles, Obituaries Tagged , , , ,
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H.E. Admiral Ravindra C Wijegunaratne, High Commissioner of Sri Lanka to Pakistan attended Expo- Engineering and Healthcare Show, held from 18-20th January 2024 in Lahore The High Commissioner Sri Lanka to Pakistan, H.E. Ravindra C Wijegunaratne (Retd) attended Expo- 3rd Edition of the Engineering and Healthcare Show on 20 January 2024 at the Expo Centre in Lahore which was organised by the Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP) in collaboration with the Ministry of Commerce and Export Development Fund, Pakistan. Over 200 exhibitors from Pakistan showcased their products across 26 sectors of the Engineering and Healthcare industries of Pakistan. Over 600 international delegates from across 70 countries participated as buyers/visitors in this exhibition. The President of Sri Lanka – Pakistan Business Council Mr Kaushal Rajapaksha and 10 member Sri Lankan business delegation attended this event which was organised by the High Commission of Pakistan in Colombo at the invitation of ...

Jan 22, 2024 Posted by In Articles Tagged , , ,
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Curator Arul Mary 1948 – probably the one and only Lady Cricket Ground curator in the world Sukumar Shan P. Saravanamuththu stadium Sri Lanka in late 40s. That is the home ground of Tamil Union Cricket Club which she worked for 40 years. She is being considered as the first and only women in the world to perform such a role. That stadium is the only place in Asia that great Sir Don Bradman has ever played. It was in 1948 and none other than Arul Mary was the curator of the match. ...

Jan 17, 2024 Posted by In Articles Tagged , , , ,
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Goodbye Desmond Brohier, A True Family Man And Friend For Life – By Lawrence Machado Some friendships last for lifetime and so it was with Desmond Brohier, a one-in-a-million friend. My heart is breaking as I pen these lines to farewell him from this world. I know he is not in pain anymore and he died in his sleep in his own bed, which is a blessing. Yet, the ache is there. It will be much more for his grieving son Shannon, Mum, siblings Jerome and Elorine, and their families. But I am consoled we never lost touch despite being oceans apart and you are at peace now. All your cousins, uncles, aunties, relations, in-laws and many friends around the world are united in our grief at losing an amazing companion who was there for us at all times. Desmond, my wife Roshan and I have been very close and ...

Jan 16, 2024 Posted by In Articles, Lawrence Machado, Obituaries Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,
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Sandagiri Maha Seya – largest stupa in Kandy – By Arundathie Abeysinghe Image Source : Sandagiri Maha Seya Hanthana Facebook Situated in close proximity to the 850-meter pass of *Hanthana-Uduwela road (from Kandy to Galaha) and approximately 1.7 kilometer from *Ceylon Tea Museum, Sandagiri Maha Seya can be reached after passing a steep and winding road along with breathtaking vistas of the surroundings… “Giri” meaning “hill” or “mountain” and Sanda (derived from Sanskrit “Sandra” meaning “thick” or “dense” (can refer to a thicket or dense forest as an abode of hermits), meaning “thick grove”, “dense wood”, “heap” or “multitude”. Hence, “Sandagiri” can either be translated to “forested mountain” or to a “heap on a hill”. Both meanings can be referred to a huge dome in the forests of the *Hanthana Mountain Range. Sandagiri Maha Seya is a prominent landmark in the hills of Kandy and a breathtaking site visited by large ...

Jan 13, 2024 Posted by In Articles, Arundathie Abeysinghe Tagged , , , , , , ,
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