Sri Lanka was a British Crown colony between 1815 and 1948 so that should explain the presence of British-inspired structures even up to this time. While Sri Lankan architecture is largely influenced by Buddhism, the British presence certainly left its mark through some remaining … [Read more...]
The Archaeological Wonder Known as Polonnaruwa
It is said that Polonnaruwa is an existing proof of the discipline and greatness of its early rulers. Polonnaruwa is considered an archaeological wonder at this time and age. Being a declared UNESCO World Heritage site, it is one of the magnets that call to people traveling to … [Read more...]
How to Write About a Place Like Ceylon
There is what we call travel writing and then there is travel writing about Ceylon. Writing about Ceylon or Sri Lanka, as it is now known, would require some art in description because anything less will not do justice. It is a place of history, artistry, tradition, and … [Read more...]
Health Tips for Travelers to Sri Lanka
A trip to any foreign land can prove to be a disaster when travelers get sick in the very place where they are supposed to be enjoying. Although there are general health guidelines that every traveler must observe, there are specific precautions that will have to be taken for … [Read more...]
Three Reasons Why Sri Lanka is a Retirement Haven
Retirement conjures visions of peace, relaxation, and comfort and why not? After working for so many years, earning a living, raising a family, and preparing for the future, people deserve to have something to look forward to. For many people, that something is retirement and Sri … [Read more...]