Saturday, September 24, 2011

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.

Friday, September 23, 2011

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

Thursday, September 22, 2011

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.

Wednesday, September 21, 2011

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.


Sunday, September 18, 2011

Government Hospital, Batticaloa, Sri Lanka

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