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Maduru Oya Ramblings
May 2011| 1,370 views
The tarred stretch of Maha Oya Road from Aralaganvila, felt very much like a soothing balm to the mind. You could only wish there were more such roads in the bustling cities. The aligning trees arched to form a natural...
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Art Through The Ages
May 2011| 1,658 views
Walking into the gallery is a soothing experience. Artworks are displayed on panels. Gentle reds and oranges suffuse the room. Visitors browse through the room, looking at the photographs. The atmosphere is tranquil; this newly opened photo gallery at the...
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Algama Falls
May 2011| 2,145 views
Here I was precariously perched contemplating my next move while a friendly canine tailed me. The bubbling stream, it seemed, was urging me to pay homage to the beauty around. Agreeably, I abandoned my little conquest and eased down on...
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The Tourmaline: Luxury Amidst Beauty
May 2011| 296 views
Since 1986 The Tourmaline has been offering guests a three star experience amidst its enviable setting in the hill capital Kandy. Situated near its counterpart, Hotel Topaz, since recent times The Tourmaline has been in preparation to unveil an entirely...
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Echo – A Taste Of Italy
May 2011| 620 views
With natural light streaming in through a window large enough to watch the world go by… music to soothe your ears with cuisine to give that final touch, a taste of Italy is echoed throughout this restaurant....
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Luxury, Relaxation And Indulgence Spa Ceylon Is At Kani Lanka
May 2011| 569 views
Surrounded by the Indian Ocean and a lagoon on three sides, Kani Lanka Resort and Spa in Kalutara is a scenic setting. The Spa Ceylon spa at the hotel is housed separately on the bank of the lagoon. A 100-metre...
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Savour A New Gourmet Experience At The California Grill
May 2011| 393 views
The dazzling views of the shimmering Indian Ocean, the bustling Colombo harbour and the city lit up at night have been intrinsically linked with a fine dining experience at the California Grill, Galadari Hotel, for years. The restaurant opens its...
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Legging It Around Colombo
April 2011| 1,058 views
Stretching along Colombo’s busy streets, the neatly paved pathways are an invitation to walkers. Some of these just recently rebuilt or reopened, they run beside towering buildings, giant trees and open fields, each assuming a character of its own,...
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Keeping Track Of The Time
April 2011| 2,827 views
The litha is the document that is consulted whenever customs are performed, whether at New Year or any other time throughout the year. It’s use provides an organised framework for the conducting of customs....
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Going Bananas!
April 2011| 5,020 views
The banana fruit is not only the most consumed but also the most widely cultivated fruit crop in the country. A favourite among the locals, it comes in a variety of shapes, sizes, colours and tastes. A banana...
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