July 2025
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 Sri Lanka. This spiritual season, usually marked by lanterns and...
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, which have been created for the project. Laheq, the first...
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 occasion is uniquely commemorated in Sri Lanka. This occasion marks...
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 of Stage 19. Prepare for an unforgettable adventure on Stage...
Foundation stone laid for Amaravati Masterplan
Words and Photography Foster and Partners. Sixty percent of the development is covered by water or greenery, and a clearly defined green spine runs through its length, providing the foundation of the masterplan’s...
A Tea Maker’s Story
The crinkling sound of a tea packet being brought home, the feel and texture of loose tea leaves in your hand, followed by the aroma of freshly brewed goodness poured...
Foster + Partners-designed restaurant opens at Monteverdi Tuscany
Words Foster and Partners Photography Foster and Partners and Aaron Hargreaves Oreade offers an intimate fine dining experience for fourteen guests every evening, with exquisite dishes prepared by the executive chef, Riccardo...
May 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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Savor the French Art de Vivre
La Maison de Colombo is where timeless French elegance meets the warmth and charm of Sri Lanka. It’s an experience...
Read moreApril 2025
Happy New Year!
April stands out as the biggest holiday in Sri Lanka, as the majority of the population joyfully celebrates their New...
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The Phenomenal Launch of Thomia
Thomia Volume I and II represents a detailed history. Richard Simon, Author of Thomia. Thomia explores the island’s modern history...
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Pekoe Trail Stage 18
Stage 18 of the Pekoe Trail is unique in that it features a series of seesawing and zigzagging ascents and...
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Treading through a distant past: Nuga Gama back to our roots
By Udeshi Amarasinghe and Prasadini Nanayakkara Photography by Menaka Aravinda From the busy streets of Colombo I enter into the lobby of Cinnamon Grand Hotel and walk past the Coffee...
Read moreThe 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...
Read moreIshq 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...
Read moreThe 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...
Read moreKataragama 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,...
Read morePekoe 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...
Read moreLuxury 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...
Read moreFreedom 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,...
Read more