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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 ...

Celebrating 206 years of proud existence Source:Dailynews The ancient city of Galle is home to many olden monuments. Richmond College, Galle, is such a unique edifice which still stands proudly over a record period of 207 years, nurturing and nourishing generations of local people since its inception. On the eve of its 207th anniversary which fell on July 25, it is a timely and coincidental act to retrace its historic saga and rich heritage. Richmond College was founded by Rev George Bough of Wesleyan mission of the Methodist Church of England. Initially, it was known as Galle High School and came to be renamed as Richmond College in 1887 after establishing it on Richmond Hill with amalgamation of cluster schools in Galle town. First Ceylonese Principal E R De Silva The logo of the college is vividly signified by a ship sailing under the guidance of three stars symbolizing Holy ...