🌟 1. Asweddumize Definition: to prepare (fallow or disused land) for cultivation, especially for growing rice. First attested in 1857, it reflects Sri Lanka’s deep agrarian traditions. 🌟 2. Avurudu Definition: the Sinhala and Tamil New Year (mid‑April), rich in… Read More
The Sacred Tooth Relic Temple (Sri Dalada Maligawa) responds to questions about why viewing hours of the Sacred Tooth Relic cannot be extended. Here is the detailed explanation provided by the Dalada Maligawa: Even Kings Were Denied Entry: Why Can’t… Read More
Sri Lanka is a beautiful island with many breathtaking destinations, but like any country, there are places that tourists should avoid due to safety concerns, lack of attractions, or poor conditions. Here are some of the worst places in Sri… Read More
A man was arrested this morning by Kadugannawa police for riding a motorcycle from Colombo to Kandy while naked. Police said the 23-year-old man was arrested after a great effort by law enforcement. Several police officers observed the man riding… Read More
Underworld Gangster ‘Ganemulle Sanjeewa’ was injured in a shooting at the Hultsdorf Court Complex on Wednesday (19) morning. Ganemulle Sanjeewa Dies In Hultsdorf Court Shooting Sanjeewa Kumara Saman Rathna, also known as Ganemulle Sanjeewa, an organized crime figure, was shot… Read More
“weekly pola” in Sri Lanka refers to a local, weekly farmers market, where people gather to buy fresh produce, spices, herbs, and other local goods, essentially a vibrant community market often considered the center of trade in rural villages; “pola” is the… Read More
Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to pursuing justice in long-standing criminal cases. Speaking on Sirasa TV’s Satana program, he emphasized that his government would not allow past crimes to be forgotten with the passage… Read More
In a historic first for South Asia’s hospitality sector, Sri Lanka celebrated the inauguration of “Amba Yaalu,” the region’s first entirely female-operated tourist hotel, on January 10th. The innovative property marks a significant milestone in the nation’s commitment to women’s… Read More
Richmond Castle, located in Kalutara, Sri Lanka, stands as one of the most remarkable architectural treasures in the country. Built in 1896, this magnificent mansion was the brainchild of Mudaliyar Don Arthur de Silva Wijesinghe Siriwardena, a wealthy landowner and… Read More
Sri Lanka, often called the “Pearl of the Indian Ocean,” is a beautiful island nation that offers a rich blend of culture, history, and natural beauty. Here are 10 fascinating facts about Sri Lanka that you should know about this… Read More
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