'Murthy Thorana', and traditional 'Thorana', Kudagama, Avissawella, Sri Lanka.

A Wesak 'Thorana' depicts a 'Jataka' (birth) story of Lord Buddha. This is usually composed of pictures drawn and numbered in series on a bill-board like structure. This is adorned with electric lights.

A 'Moorthy Thorana' does the same thing but instead of drawings the story is depicted by figures made out of clay. This was seen by us for the first time at Avissawella, this Wesak.

Scenes on the Southern Expressway, Sri Lanka.

'Puhul pahan' and 'Wesak lantern', Thithapaththara, off Hanwella, Sri Lanka.

Outdoor decor, Hotel, Bope, Sri Lanka.

Thevini Hotel, Bope, Sri Lanka.

Swimming pool

Entrance to a reception hall.

Fresh Jasmine flowers floating in fresh water.

Flowers on an arecanut tree, Bope, Sri Lanka.

Out-door decor, Bope, Sri Lanka.

Water dish with lilies.