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Celebrating Maha Shivaratri in Sri Lanka: A Tapestry of Tradition and Devotion-by Kalani-eLanka The eve of Maha Shivaratri sees devotees flocking to temples adorned with colorful lights and decorations. Throughout the night, they engage in various rituals, including abhishekam (ritual bathing of the Shiva Lingam), chanting of sacred mantras, and offering of flowers, fruits, and sweets. The air resonates with the rhythmic beats of drums and the melodious strains of bhajans (devotional songs), creating an ambiance charged with divine energy.”On February 8th, 2024, Sri Lanka reverberat with the sacred fervor of Maha Shivaratri, uniting devotees in prayers and rituals honoring Lord Shiva.” Rooted in ancient Hindu mythology, Maha Shivaratri commemorates the divine marriage of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. It symbolizes the overcoming of darkness and ignorance by the light of knowledge and devotion. In Sri Lanka, where Hinduism intertwines with the rich tapestry of cultural diversity, Maha Shivaratri stands ...

Mar 4, 2024 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Kalani Prabodha Tagged Celebrating Maha Shivaratri in Sri Lanka, Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, Maha Shivaratri, Sri Lanka

Galle’s Eternal Charm-by Michael Roberts Source:Thuppahis Bandu de Silva, a reprint from The Island, 26 August 2012 … A Review Article on Galle As Quiet as Asleep by Norah Roberts The title Galle as Quiet as Sleep made me reflect for a long time. I asked myself how this title could fit in. Finally, I reconciled myself to it. Yes, Galle’s heritage is a quiet one. The people of Galle as Norah Roberts will tell us made their contributions quietly. Even now, the town after dusk or at early dawn is so calm and placid that one does not get the feeling of being in a big city. Certainly not like Kandy which has lost its old charm. Kaluwella with its old Kittange with the Kovil adjoining it still reminds one of the 19th century or early 20th century. One could still have a glass of plain tea served by ...

Mar 4, 2024 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Michael Roberts Tagged Bandu de Silva, Karapitiya hospital, Mahinda College, Richmond College, Ruhuna University, Sacred Heart Convent, Sanghmitta Balika, St Aloysius College

Maha shivratri- by Rohan Wijesinha Barren wastelands 2023 – Pic by Sameera Weerathunga Source:Island On World Wildlife Day, it is important to remember both the triumphs and the tragedies of conservation in Sri Lanka. One of these is the Uda Walawe National Park which was established on June 30, 1972, after consistent lobbying by members of the Wildlife & Nature Protection Society (WNPS), led by its then President, Thilo Hoffmann. They had had noticed the large number of elephants that visited this place and who needed protection. The then Director of Wildlife, the legendary Lyn de Alwis, had come to the same conclusion and strongly supported their cause. Yet, in the 1980s, hardly any wildlife enthusiast would visit the Park. Ease of access was, perhaps, one reason for its lack of popularity; it could take four to five hours of travel from Colombo, on roads that were a far cry ...

Mar 4, 2024 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles Tagged Uda Walawe National Park, Wildlife & Nature Protection Society, World Wildlife Day

Welgamvehera: A sacred place that promotes unity-by M.A.R.Manukulasooriya, Hiriyala group corr. Source:Sundayobserver Welgamvehera is a historical Buddhist Temple in Kanniya in the Trincomalee district. To reach this sacred site, you have to travel seven miles on the Trincomalee-Anuradhapura road, turn South and travel another three miles. This sacred site is famous as a site that had been protected during the Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa eras. There are shrine rooms, Buddha statues, Guard stones and Dagobas belonging to the period from the Anuradhapura era to the 12th Century, in the temple. A notice board put up by the Department of Archaeology at the site states the following. “The founder of this temple is unknown. It is stated in the King Bhathiya’s ( 143-167 A,D,) stone inscription found in the top of the nearby hillock that the old name was Welagama Abagara Vihar. With the invasion of Cholas from India in 993 A.D. ...

Mar 4, 2024 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles Tagged Buddhist Temple in Kanniya, Department of Archaeology, Dr. Senarath Paranavithana

The gateway to history-by Mahil Wijesinghe Source:Sundayobserver According to chronicles, the Bihalpola Raja Maha Vihara is believed to have been constructed during the reign of King Devanampiyatissa and later renovated by King Walagambahu (89-77 BC). Among the ruins at the site are a stone pillar inscription, several stone pillars and a stone carved flight of steps possibly belonging to the Anuradhapura period During the Kandyan period, there was a unique type of Vihara called the ‘Tampita Vihara’. Tampita Vihara is a temple on pillars. Its most prominent feature is that it is mounted on monolithic pillars or dwarfed rock pillars. This type of Vihara that stood on raised platforms of wood standing on stone pillars on huge rock boulders was constructed to prevent white ants or other vermin from entering and damaging it. ...

Mar 4, 2024 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles Tagged Bihalpola Raja Maha Vihara, Panavitiya Ambalama, Tampita Viharas

Sri Lanka’s 76th Independence Day Celebrated in Wellington, New Zealand: Strengthening Bilateral Ties – by Mazhar Abbas The 76th Independence Day of Sri Lanka in Wellington marked a significant step towards stronger Sri Lanka-New Zealand relations, featuring cultural showcases and diplomatic dialogues. Source : bnnbreaking The vibrant celebration of Sri Lanka’s 76th Independence Day in Wellington, New Zealand, brought together community leaders, business figures, and the diplomatic community, underlining the ever-strengthening ties between Sri Lanka and New Zealand. Hosted by the Honorary Consul for Sri Lanka, Taniya Scott, at the Wharewaka Function Centre, the event saw the attendance of Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Winston Peters as the special invitee, who shared a strong message in support of fostering a stronger partnership between the two nations. Deepening Diplomatic and Economic Ties Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters, in his address, emphasized the mutual benefits of a strengthened partnership between New Zealand ...

Mar 4, 2024 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles Tagged Sri Lanka's 76th Independence Day, Wellington

St. Peter’s emerge Zahira Centenary 7s Champions – By M. Shamil Amit Source : dailymirror Reigning schools rugby league and knockout champions St. Peter’s sounded a warning when they got their 2024 schools rugby season off to an electrifying start as they emerged Cup champions of the Zahira Centenary Rugby 7s tournament after recording a comfortable 17-5 win over Isipathana in the final played at the Racecourse Ground in Colombo today. The final turned out to be a tense battle between two of the best rugby-playing schools in the island. The Peterites took a comfortable 10-0 lead at the breather whilst accumulating their points through a goal and two tries to the solitary try scored by Isipathana. In fact, the Peterities recorded a 19-5 win in the league encounter played on day one and succeeded in maintaining their winning trend. For the Peterites, Vishenka Silva was in top form as he ...

Mar 4, 2024 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles Tagged M. Shamil Amit, rugby-playing schools, Zahira Centenary

Flags of Royal-Thomian big match displayed on SriLankan flight – By CHATURANGA PRADEEP SAMARAWICKRAMA Source : dailymirror The SriLankan Airlines flight arriving from Melbourne proudly displayed the two flags of the 145th Royal Thomian big match. SriLankan Airlines reported a large contingent of supporters from both sides flying down from Melbourne aboard the aircraft, showcasing true patriotic spirit. The flags were taken down before the aircraft A330-300 commenced flight from Melbourne. ...

Mar 4, 2024 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles Tagged aircraft, Melbourne, Melbourne aboard, Royal-Thomian Big Match, SriLankan Airlines, The SriLankan Airlines flight

Shocked by Modern Colombo! Didn’t Expect this in Sri Lanka ...

Mar 3, 2024 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles