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STREETS ALIVE: How the new Dutch Hospital Square continues an old tradition
August 2013| 1,154 views
The 2011 opening of the renovated 17th Century Dutch Hospital in Colombo’s Fort as a refined shopping and dining precinct has created fresh vitality in the area....
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TEA: The World’s Green Gold
August 2013| 189 views
The making and grading of tea ...
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A Helping Hand to British Nationals in Sri Lanka
August 2013| 261 views
Sri Lanka has strong ties to the UK, where British Nationals ranging from tourists, to residents, and those on business and retirement comprise a large portion of foreign visitors to the Country. The Consular Office at the British High Commission...
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The Kingsbury Old World Elegance with a Modern Touch
August 2013| 321 views
Elegance, sophistication and luxury, merged into one will present any guest with a stay evocative of the old English charm in the midst of Colombo. This is The Kingsbury Hotel, where a grand white edifice with manicured lawns and water...
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Kandygs adding colour to life
August 2013| 1,091 views
It is a treasure trove of fabrics and trinkets. The vibrant hues of handloom materials, the sheen of copper ornaments, quirky coconut-shell curios, intricately woven reed mats and bags and brilliant paintings that adorn the walls beckon you to...
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Vogue Jewellers Setting New Trends
August 2013| 1,929 views
Exquisitely crafted gold jewellery glimmered relating the legacy of Vogue Jewellers while jewellery made from blue sapphires, red rubies, green emeralds and white diamonds took centre stage, twinkling and casting their magical spell to entice all who step inside...
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Tsing Tao Where authentic hospitality meets elegant taste
August 2013| 445 views
Restaurateur Janaka Wimalananda’s second project, Tsing Tao maybe one of the most ambitious undertakings in the hospitality sector of Sri Lanka....
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LIFT Designer Wear style for every woman
August 2013| 333 views
Soft colours gleam in the muted light, the rustle of silk and satin, the shimmer of lace and sequins enticing you to have a closer look. As your feet sink into the lush red carpet and your senses are engulfed...
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Orion City Driving the future
August 2013| 1,488 views
It is a city within a city – sleek, modern buildings that hum with energy and industry, alongside a variety of facilities that inspire a spirit of high performance. Located in the hub of the metropolis of Colombo yet with...
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Contemporary design inspired by heritage
August 2013| 486 views
The old and the new, the classic and the modern come into play in the interiors and furniture items designed by Raux Brothers. Staying true to the company’s beginning as traders and replicators of antiques, their contemporary designs reflect elements of the...
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