Rideevihara, Kurunegala, Sri Lanka

 The influence of South India in the stone pillars and carvings is evident in these phitos I took at Rideevihare dated to the 2nd Century BC.

Dehena Ella - waterfall, Rathnapura, Sri Lanka.

Dehena Ella - waterfall is about 20Km from Rathnapura on the Rathnapura - Wewalwaththe road. It is surrounded by lush jungle and is by the side of the road. When there is heavy rain in the upper reaches it becomes a roaring torrent. Click on the link below to view it.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LW4CgR7bFBc

Buddha statue in a hall of mirrors, Namalanga Raja Maha Vihare, Sri Lanka.

 The golden statue of Lord Buddha inside a room lined by mirrors gives a surrealistic effect as seen in these photos taken at Namalanga Raja Mahavihare in the Kurunegala district, Sri Lanka.

Vattarama Raja Maha Vihare, Polgahawela, Sri Lanka.

 'Vattarama' is the place where the last Arahat of Sri Lanka the Rev Maliyadewa resided. It is on the Kegalle - Polgahawela road. It has a 'Sripathula' in stone, a lovely decorated stone entrance and a lovely moonstone among other artifacts.

Government Hospital, Batticaloa, Sri Lanka

 A corridor in the General Hospital (Teaching), Batticaloa and the Oncology Surgeon, Dr.Parthiban in his room.

Somawathy Chaithya, Sri Lanka.

A statue of 'Gana Deviyo' - 'Pillayar' at the foot of the sacred 'Bo' tree at Somawathy Chaithya.

A niche in the centuries old Chaithya showing the old type brick-work.

'Kalagedy' dance, Sri Lanka.

'Kalagedi' S - Empty-pot - dance. A welcome dance performed to welcome guests to any function in Sri Lanka
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yHEKMSXApsI