For 1,500 years, the Anuradhapura kingdom ruled Sri Lanka and gained fame for its incredible wealth. Curator Peter Lee seeks ...

"First published as two books: 'Some ancient Hindu temples of Sri Lanka' in 1980 and 'More Hindu temples of Sri Lanka' in 1991"--Title page verso Section I. Vinayakar temples -- Section II. Sivan ...

If you look at satellite imagery, you will notice a faint hint of a connecting strip between India and Sri Lanka. This is Adam's Bridge, also known as Ram's Bridge or Ram Setu (राम सेतु), a vast chain ...

Explore the breathtaking Sigiriya, Sri Lanka’s iconic ancient rock fortress, with stunning drone footage showcasing its towering heights, lush surrounding jungles, and the remnants of its historic ...

The ancient town of Dambulla in central Sri Lanka is home to one of the most remarkable and sacred historical sites in the region. Known as the Dambulla cave temple complex, it is the largest and best ...

The story of Sri Lanka's most beloved sweetener starts with the kithul,or fishtail, palm tree and a tapper, like 58-year-old Amuvita Gamage Dayasena. The slightly built farmer sharpens his knife on ...

We used to know Sri Lanka mainly for its tea (do try it!). Then, after the civil war ended in 2009, its beaches caught the eye of backpackers. The island became known for sun, sand, and surf - a new ...