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Shapoorji Pallonji International, the construction company, has been appointed the main contractor for Sri Lanka’s Altair residential twin tower in Colombo. The contract awarded, covers construction of the foundations, superstructure...

Situated on one of the most picturesque beaches on the south west coast of Sri Lanka, Lantern is a beach getaway for travellers who appreciate an authentic and intimate vacation.“Our...

The full moon day in the month of February marks Nawam Poya, signified by incidence of two events in Buddhist history

It was early in the morning and sleep had not yet left our droopy eyes. We were at the Fort Railway station ready with three tickets to Matara. Amidst the...

From the main road in Thirappane town we turned onto a by-lane. Soon we were upon the fertile land of Sembukulam where farmers had cultivated acres of land with mixed...

When speaking of Mahiyanganaya, locals often point to the more renowned places of interest. The Mahiyanagana Raja Maha Viharaya, Sorabora Wewa and

Sunrise from the top of Sri Pada Shortly after I arrived in Sri Lanka, my daughter and I were having our morning coffee on the balcony of her high rise...

The kurahan gala or grinding stone used to prepare millet flours Preparing a meal was a labour of love for the cook of yesteryear Words Daleena Samara Photographs Rasika Surasena...

The Mahiyangana Stupa highlighted with the glow of lights during night time Overhead the skies darkened ominously, foretelling impending rain. Even as people scurried about, some to escape the rain,...

A first sighting of dolphins in an estuary in 2005 marked the beginning of what can only be described as a labour of love. A deep-rooted passion and a thirst...