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By Shaluka Manchanayake and Gayan Narandeniya
Queen Victoria
It is no exaggeration to say that being a Head of State is a great achievement for a person in their life. Moreover, becoming a Head of State and holding that position for a long period of time is also a huge challenge.
In this context, what a great achievement it is to be a Head of State not only in one country, but in many countries for decades?
Such is the story of...
Trincomalee is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Sri Lanka, which is frequented by a significant number of local and foreign visitors.
There are a number of important places in and around Trincomalee that can be visited by tourists, but it is somewhat questionable whether visitors are really aware of such places.
Therefore, this article is about some of the...
Gold has been used to make jewellery, coins, statues and crafts since ancient times. It is not a mistake to mention it as a precious metal used not only for making jewellery, coins, statues and craft, but also for decoration of buildings, monuments and statues.
Since it does not corrode like other metals, gold metal has been used in many ancient cultures as a symbol of...
There are many festivals such as Vesak and Poson that we Sri Lankans have been celebrating for a long time. It is a well known fact that there are special features such as making Vesak lanterns for Vesak and creating a replica of Mihintale for Poson. Not only in our country but in many other countries as well, there are similar celebrations that are unique to those...
In almost every country, one can see various constructions with excellent architectural features. Neighbouring India is one of the countries where such creations can be seen in abundance. This article is about such a wonderful construction in the state of Gujarat which may be of interest to many with a liking for Indian architecture.
Located in the city of Gandhinagar in...
By Shaluka Manchanayake and Gayan Narandeniya
The world would not have become this wonderful if not for the diversity of cultures. People of different races and religions...
One can reach the top of the Poonagala Range through the narrow lanes that run through the Dambethenna Estate in Haputale or the...
Durian, a native fruit of Southeast Asia, is considered by some to be the most fragrant fruit. However, it is said to have a very...
Chewing gum has become extremely popular among young and old in all parts of the world. Often, young children chew them even at...
History of money, which has become an integral part of life, goes back as far as the beginning of human civilisation. Money is...
Today, one of the biggest environmental issues facing not only Sri Lanka, but almost every country is the increasing use of...
A national museum is truly a mirror of a country’s historical, cultural and biological heritage as well as a place where a...
Among all fruits, pomegranate, which is one of the most sought out fruits in the world, is loved by most, regardless of age. It...
The state of Alabama in the United States announced in 2019 that the wreckage of a ship used to transport black slaves had been...
The city of St. Petersburg in Russia has a long history and many annual festivals. Such is the ‘Scarlet Sails’ which is held for...
Throughout history, many nations have been plagued by various epidemics. Such epidemics, which often began in European countries...
Chocolate is one of the favourite sweets of young and old alike all around the world. However, very few people know about the...
The industrial development of the United Kingdom, the United States, and other European countries between 1760 and 1840 is known...
No doubt you have heard the saying that there are seven seemingly identical people in the world. The scientific aspect of...
Certain natural resources such as gems, diamonds and gold are highly valued because of their rarity. Due to the limited number of...
Laws based on religious considerations do not undergo changes as the other laws that change from time to time due to various...
With the beginning of settlements in Ceylon, as in almost all the ancient civilisations of the world, water became an important...
It is known that food, like everything else in the world today, has undergone many changes. As a result of such changes, people...
With the advancement of science, alarm clocks and mobile phones have all been developed, and even now, those who go out to work...
Mandaramnuwara is a small village in the foothills of Pidurutalagala in the Central Province of Sri Lanka. The village is also...
Commonly known as the Colombo-Kandy Road, the A 1 was the first modern highway to be built on the island. Since the Kadugannawa...
King Parakramabahu VI is considered to be a great king who ruled during the reign of Kotte, the seventh kingdom of the country....