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Noteworthy Boxing History of St. Anthony’s College, Kandy – By A J M Mushtaq Source :  Antonian Newsletter – September 2023 Boxing was introduced to the schools in Ceylon during the first decade of the 20th century. Two Old boys, Messrs. Cyril E. S. Perera (later Queen’s Counsel & MP for Colombo North) and M. J. Taylor, were instrumental in bringing the game to St. Anthony’s College, Kandy, inspired by Mr. L. Mc D. Robinson, a lecturer at the Government Training College. St. Anthony’s was fortunate to obtain the services of the famed boxing trainer, Mr. John Gaye. Boxing had become so popular that it was hard to decide which of the two games, cricket or boxing, was more popular, with a large number of athletes taking up the sport. In the STUBBS SHIELD tournament, which started in 1914, St. Anthony’s participated for the first time in 1918 and became ...

Oct 19, 2023 Posted by In Articles Tagged , , , , , ,
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Visit to the Rehabilitation Hospital in Digana, Kandy Sri Lanka – By Dr harold Gunatillake Website: www.Doctorharold.com I was invited with my nephew and niece to the Rehabilitation Hospital in Digana, Kandy, Sri Lanka, on an evening a project to entertain disabled patients was organized, and to me, it was a valuable experience. It is important to consider this option if you or a loved one requires rehabilitation services. The hospital offers a range of programs and services to help individuals regain their independence and improve their quality of life. By taking advantage of the resources available at the Rehabilitation Hospital, you can receive the support and care needed to achieve your recovery goals. So, if you are in need of rehabilitation services, consider visiting the Rehabilitation Hospital in Digana, Kandy, Sri Lanka. We were most taken up with the friendly staff, including the nursing sisters, administrators how dedicated these ...

Aug 29, 2023 Posted by In Articles, Dr harold Gunatillake Tagged , , ,
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A popular tourist attraction located in Gampola ‘ Ambuluwawa ‘ – By Malsha – eLanka Ambuluwawa Mountain Hill is a popular tourist attraction located in Gampola, Sri Lanka. It is known for its panoramic views, beautiful gardens, and the iconic Ambuluwawa Tower that stands at its summit. The Ambuluwawa Tower, also called the “Tower of Peace and Harmony,” is a multi-religious symbol featuring architectural elements inspired by various religious traditions. The Ambuluwawa Mountain Hill is often visited by nature enthusiasts, hikers, and those seeking stunning views of the surrounding landscape. The hill is covered with lush greenery and offers several walking trails for visitors to explore. It’s a great place to relax, enjoy nature, and appreciate the scenic beauty of Sri Lanka. Please note that my knowledge cutoff is in September 2021, so there may have been changes or developments regarding Ambuluwawa Mountain Hill since then. Where is the Ambuluwawa? ...

Jul 8, 2023 Posted by In Articles, Malsha Madhuhansi Tagged , , , , , ,
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Stories Behind Names of Places in Sri Lanka – ‘ DAULAGALA ‘ – By Dr. Nimal Sedera Source : Qld Sri Lankan Newsletter – Dæhæna – July 2023 Daulagala is in the Central Province of Sri Lanka and not too far from the main city of the Province, Kandy. As usual, the name is linked to the time of the Kings ruled the country from Kandy. It was a time where people walked on foot paths to places. The administration of the country was through people appointed by the King. One such elite person was visiting the King with his people with gifts to the King walking a long distance. They were bringing with them dry food, vegetables, fruits as gift to the King and also the first harvest to be offered to the Temple of Tooth in Kandy. Drummers and dancers also were coming to perform at the temple pooja. ...

Jun 30, 2023 Posted by In Articles Tagged , , ,
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A remote village located in Knuckles Mountain Range of Sri Lanka ‘ Meemure ‘ – By Malsha – eLanka Meemure is a remote village located in the Knuckles Mountain Range of Sri Lanka. It is known for its natural beauty, traditional lifestyle, and cultural heritage. Meemure is situated in the Kandy District, approximately 180 kilometers away from Colombo, the capital city of Sri Lanka. Due to its isolated location, Meemure has retained its traditional way of life, and it provides a glimpse into the rural and indigenous lifestyle of Sri Lanka. The village is surrounded by lush green mountains, waterfalls, rivers, and forests, making it a popular destination for nature lovers and adventure seekers. To reach Meemure, visitors usually have to travel through rough terrain, which adds to the adventurous nature of the journey. The village is accessible by a four-wheel-drive vehicle or by trekking through the scenic landscapes. It’s ...

Jun 27, 2023 Posted by In Articles, Malsha Madhuhansi Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , ,
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Trekking to Heeloya Village via Rangala – Exploring typical Sri Lankan Village lifestyle – By Dhanushka Liyanage Source : Dhanushka Liyanage Linkedin Trekking to Heeloya Village via Rangala – Heeloya is a rural, remote agricultural village in the Kandy district with a unique attraction of understanding how justice was meted out in the good old days. The proceedings of hearing a case by the village-headman and the location are still intact. The main livelihood of the village community is paddy cultivation, home gardening, livestock and spices. Villagers engage in toddy tapping, handicrafts, bee-keeping, traditional dances etc., as supplementary income sources. A very traditional village, it is unique in that it identifies itself with practicing even to this day some of the local customs in daily life. Tourists are encouraged to work and become part of the village life by engaging in plucking fruits and vegetables for a meal to be prepared according ...

Jun 21, 2023 Posted by In Articles Tagged , , , , , , , , ,
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Why you should visit this undersold, teardrop-shaped island right now – By Lee Tulloch Source : smh If there’s a country that could do with a lot of love right now, it’s Sri Lanka. Over the past three decades, the island nation has been ravaged by conflict and disaster, beginning with the devastating 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, which claimed 30,000 lives, and the 26-year-long civil war, which ended in 2009. It had just re-emerged as a popular tourist destination when, on Easter Sunday 2019, an Islamic group, in retaliation for the Christchurch attacks thousands of kilometres away, bombed three churches and three luxury hotels in Colombo, unnerving the tourists who had returned in record numbers. And then in 2020 there was COVID-19. Even though Sri Lanka managed it well, the world shut down. Shopkeepers in Galle Fort, the beautiful, fortified 17th-century village on the south-west coast, say they closed their stalls ...

Jun 11, 2023 Posted by In Articles Tagged , , , , , , , , , , ,
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State of the Art-Auto workshop in Kundasale, Kandy – Dr harold Gunatillake Website: www.Doctorharold.com Today, I am going away from touching on a health topic, but I wish to talk about the state-of-the-art automobile workshop, in the suburbia of the city of Kandy. I was invited to declare open this automobile repair workshop in March this year. Please share this progressive enterprise that serves the motoring industry. Let me tell you the historical importance of this suburb Kundasale in the Kandy district. In ancient times this was a town but today it is classified as a suburb. The town is 7 km to the southeast of the center of Kandy. The population is about 500,000. Sri Vira Parakrama Narendra Singha 1798 till 1815 AD) was the last Sinhalese King of Sri Lanka of the Kingdom of Kandy. He was also known as the “Prince of Kundasale”. This king was the ...

May 19, 2023 Posted by In Articles, Dr harold Gunatillake Tagged , , ,
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When Kandy was the Capitol of Ceylon – By Dr. Tilak S. Fernando. Up-country reign was divided into 21 sectors. Out of 21 sections, the kingdom was divided into 12 main sectors, with a separate section head (Disapathy) in charge of every section who possessed the executive powers (civil and war affairs).  These Disapathys collected taxes from the king’s subjects and sent taxes to Kandy.  Disapathys paid all the facilities of the king and paid to the government stores annually. They rented land not for the money but for their service to the King.   However, economic growth cannot be compared with Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa eras. It was mentioned that, unlike the dry zone, up country being a wet zone, there was adequate water supply in the up-country in both seasons (yala & maha) because of the river’s waterways were available adequately. Apart from that, some rivers and waterways made ...

May 18, 2023 Posted by In Articles, Tilak S Fernando Tagged , , , , ,
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A night out at Grand Hotel, Nuwara Eliya. – By Dr Harold Gunatillake Website: www.Doctorharold.com My wife and I thought that Nuwara Eliya would be the best place to be during the Sinhala and Tamil New Year festive seasons. We started the trip, along with my nephew’s family on the 15th of April, the day after the auspicious New Year’s Day, and drove through the curvy uphill roads, viewing the most spectacular sites, the wavy lofty hills. Our first stopover was in Ramboda at the Tea Bush Hotel, a spot where every passerby stops to view the beautiful scenery, including the Kotmale Dam in the distance. It is a wonderfully comfortable hotel to stay in or for a quick cup of tea on your way. Good food, kind service with courtesy, and comfortable rooms. The next morning we were on our way to Nuwara Eliya. We passed through the Ramboda ...

Apr 20, 2023 Posted by In Articles, Dr harold Gunatillake Tagged , , , , , , , , , , ,
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