August 2025
The Timeless Majesty of Kandy Esala Perahera
The Esala Dalada Perahera, a dazzling festival by Sri Dalada Maligawa, is a vital part of Sri Lanka’s cultural and religious calendar. The golden casket of the Sacred Tooth Relic...
Sri Lanka’s Goyambokka Beach Lands on the 2025 List of the World’s 50 Best Beaches
Goyambokka has been recognized as one of the World’s 50 Best Beaches for 2025, celebrated for its pristine sand, tranquility, and unspoiled natural beauty. Tucked away along Sri Lanka’s southern...
Celebrating Life and Legacy through Sri Lanka’s First Musical Biopic
Clarence: Rhythm of the Guitar is a heartfelt celebration of hope, where love and music rise above all. Words Jennifer Paldano Goonewardane. Clarence: Rhythm of the Guitar is a cinematic tribute...
CMSC presents a concert with Baritone Dhilan Gnanadurai
Dhilan Gnanadurai. Composer Gregory Rose. Pianist Johann Peiris. The Chamber Music Society of Colombo presents an evening of exceptional vocal and instrumental artistry. This much-anticipated concert marks the return of...
A Multi-Sensory Experience
Experience a culinary legacy shaped by time, terrain, and tradition. Rooted in a rugged region, this cuisine celebrates ingredients and the art of slow cooking. At Peshawri, ITC Ratnadipa, discover...
What is Buddhism?
Buddhism encompasses a religion, a philosophy, a psychology, and a path toward wisdom and mental tranquility. Generally, religion is understood as a belief system that includes rituals practiced by its...
The Premiere of Clarence: Rhythm of the Guitar at KCC Multiplex
True to the movie’s era, the lead actors Damith Wijayathunga, Nihari Perera, Saranga Disasekera and Dinakshie Priyasad arrive in vintage cars. Producer Thusitha Wijayasena and his wife Swarna; actors Saranga ...
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka opens
Words Foster and Partners. Photography Foster and Partners and Nigel Young. The pavilion’s massing recalls the organic shapes of traditional Saudi villages. The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Pavilion for Expo...
July 2025
Alpha Blondy at Cinnamon Grand Colombo Before His Historic Sri Lanka Debut
Alpha Blondy being welcomed by Kamal Munasinghe, Area Vice President of Cinnamon Colombo Hotels and General Manager of Cinnamon Grand Colombo. African music icon and global reggae ambassador Alpha Blondy...
A Celebration of Thai and Chinese Flavours
Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo is set to unite two of Asia’s most iconic culinary traditions at its upcoming Thai-Chinese Food Festival, taking place from July 25 to 27, 2025, from 7pm...
The Nallur Kandaswamy Temple Festival: A Timeless Expression of Faith
The annual celebration of Lord Murugan at the Nallur Kandaswamy Temple in Jaffna is more than a religious event — it is a living cultural epic, a month-long spectacle of...
Ishq Colombo: A Hidden Sanctuary of Soulful Luxury in the Heart of the City
Ishq Colombo is more than a tale of architecture and design — it’s a relaxed, indulgent home away from home, offering privacy and seclusion just steps from the bustling street...
The Esala month of blooming Esala flowers
The striking yellow Ehela blooms beautifully. Esala flowers bloom in July (Esala másaya in Sinhala), while Erabadu flowers bloom in April (Bak māsaya in Sinhala), blessing each month in a...
Kataragama Pada Yatra: A Pilgrimage through Time and Faith
Each step of the Kataragama Pada Yatra retraces an ancient legend, echoing devotion. This annual foot pilgrimage weaves together thousands in a timeless procession to Sri Lanka’s most sacred shrine,...
Pekoe Trail Stage 20
Stage 20 may not glitter with landmarks, but it holds quiet splendors in nature and history, the essence and magnificence of Sri Lanka. Words Jennifer Paldano Goonewardane. Photography Pekoe Trail...
Luxury residences overlooking Bangkok’s Lumphini Park break ground
Words and Photography Foster and Partners. The timeless façade has a strong horizontally – with striking textured awnings that shade the interior spaces City Dynamic – a joint venture between...
Freedom Search
Freedom Search I. Paradise Road Galleries presents ‘Freedom Search,’ an exhibition by artist Sarath Gunasiri Perera ‘Freedom Search’ continues the artist’s exploration of the emotional landscape shaped by conflict, displacement,...
June 2025
Sacred Light, Wild Soul Vesak Encounters in Arugambay, Buttala, and Beyond
Words Claire Tomlinson. Photography Dinesh Fernando. As Vesak 2025 dawned, the sacred full moon cast a gentle glow over the southeastern wilds of...
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Designed for residential-led island development at The Red Sea revealed
Words and Photography Foster and Partners. An 800-metre diameter structure known as ‘The Ring’ encircles a spectacular lagoon and pristine white sand beaches,...
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Poson Full Moon dawned a New Culture in Sri Lanka
The Poson Full Moon Pōya Day is drawing near, subsequent to the celebration of Vesak Full Moon Day. This significant...
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Pekoe Trail: Stage 19
Words Jennifer Paldano Goonewardane. Photography Pekoe Trail Organization. The suspension bridge on the Uma Oya is one of the most exciting segments...
Read moreMay 2025
The Voice of a Nation
Richard Manicasothy de Zoysa belonged to an entire nation. Some knew him intimately; others admired him from afar. Richard was...
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Vesak: A day of developing virtues
May is a powerful and significant month that we celebrate with great reverence, highlighting both May Day as a celebration...
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Suriya: Where Sri Lankan Tradition Meets Contemporary Design
Celebrating 25 Years of Artistic Vision and Local Craftsmanship Words Jennifer Paldano Goonewardane. Photography Sujith Heenatigala and Dinesh Fernando. A timeless beauty...
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The Timeless Majesty of Kandy Esala Perahera
The Esala Dalada Perahera, a dazzling festival by Sri Dalada Maligawa, is a vital part of Sri Lanka’s cultural and religious calendar. The golden casket of the Sacred Tooth Relic...
Read moreSri Lanka’s Goyambokka Beach Lands on the 2025 List of the World’s 50 Best Beaches
Goyambokka has been recognized as one of the World’s 50 Best Beaches for 2025, celebrated for its pristine sand, tranquility, and unspoiled natural beauty. Tucked away along Sri Lanka’s southern...
Read moreCelebrating Life and Legacy through Sri Lanka’s First Musical Biopic
Clarence: Rhythm of the Guitar is a heartfelt celebration of hope, where love and music rise above all. Words Jennifer Paldano Goonewardane. Clarence: Rhythm of the Guitar is a cinematic tribute...
Read moreCMSC presents a concert with Baritone Dhilan Gnanadurai
Dhilan Gnanadurai. Composer Gregory Rose. Pianist Johann Peiris. The Chamber Music Society of Colombo presents an evening of exceptional vocal and instrumental artistry. This much-anticipated concert marks the return of...
Read moreA Multi-Sensory Experience
Experience a culinary legacy shaped by time, terrain, and tradition. Rooted in a rugged region, this cuisine celebrates ingredients and the art of slow cooking. At Peshawri, ITC Ratnadipa, discover...
Read moreWhat is Buddhism?
Buddhism encompasses a religion, a philosophy, a psychology, and a path toward wisdom and mental tranquility. Generally, religion is understood as a belief system that includes rituals practiced by its...
Read moreThe Premiere of Clarence: Rhythm of the Guitar at KCC Multiplex
True to the movie’s era, the lead actors Damith Wijayathunga, Nihari Perera, Saranga Disasekera and Dinakshie Priyasad arrive in vintage cars. Producer Thusitha Wijayasena and his wife Swarna; actors Saranga ...
Read moreKingdom of Saudi Arabia Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka opens
Words Foster and Partners. Photography Foster and Partners and Nigel Young. The pavilion’s massing recalls the organic shapes of traditional Saudi villages. The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Pavilion for Expo...
Read moreAlpha Blondy at Cinnamon Grand Colombo Before His Historic Sri Lanka Debut
Alpha Blondy being welcomed by Kamal Munasinghe, Area Vice President of Cinnamon Colombo Hotels and General Manager of Cinnamon Grand Colombo. African music icon and global reggae ambassador Alpha Blondy...
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