An inscription near the Sinhalese style Stupa (No. 1113) in the vicinity of the Tamani complex of monasteries dated 1271 A.C. recorded by Tissa Maha Thera is indicative of this. It describes the ...

If you’re looking for the perfect winter getaway, Sri Lanka is an incredible choice. This island paradise offers a mix of ...

“GROWING IN THE mud, and yet so clean, the lotus is a symbol of purity,” writes the Sri Lankan historian Ananda K. Coomaraswamy in his 1913 book “The Arts and Crafts of India & Ceylon.” The lotus pool ...

Sri Lanka has emerged as the "it" destination, catering to visitors of all kind. The island nation, with its warm, welcoming ...

Start your journey in Anuradhapura, which is considered to be the original capital of Sri Lanka. Rich with culture and history, it is home to ancient temple ruins, some of the largest stupas of ...

Uncover the hidden gems of Sri Lanka's cities and immerse yourself in ancient temples, fascinating architecture and rural ...

Butkara stupa was enlarged on five occasions during the following ... great pleasure over visiting Buddhist sacred places in Pakistan. He said Pakistan and Sri Lanka are not strangers as the both the ...

The spiritual centre of Sri Lanka’s Buddhist population, Anuradhapura is an intriguing mix of ruin and religious centre. Dotted with stupendously large stupas – earth-filled brick domes that often ...