Spectrum

‘Shilpa Abhimani 2018’

The biggest event of Handicrafts in Sri Lanka, “Shilpa Abhimani 2018,” Presidential Handicrafts Competition and Exhibition, and International Crafts Festival was inaugurated at the Sapphire Banquet Hall, BMICH, on September 12, 2018 under the patronage of Industry and Commerce Minister Rishad Bathiudeen, Deputy Minister, Buddhika Pathirana and the High Commissioner of...

2018-09-15 18:30:00

MAGNIFICENT MONUMENTS: The glorious brick built ruined dagoba seen after excavations

A journey back in time

Rich in stone and brick monuments, heritage, history: a trip to...

The ancient cultural concept of the Dagoba, Keth Yaya (paddy field), and Wewa (tank) revolved around the Pansala (temple) and Gama (village). Such ancient sites featuring the Wewa and Dagoba are rooted not only in the Rajarata, Mayarata and Ruhunurata, but also in the outskirts of Anamaduwa, in the Puttalam District.Not far from the Chilaw town, along the Chilaw-Anamaduwa...

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The Sky-lift in operation- reaching 37 metres

Colombo Fire Brigade: Rising above the inferno

Colombo city is undergoing rapid transformation, with super high rise buildings dominating the skyline. The city has witnessed change not only in the form of buildings but also an increase in the number of people and vehicles entering the city, supplemented by growing tourist arrivals. One of the key services tasked with safety and responding to emergencies is the Colombo...

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Arts

Country music legends in one evening