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Text and pix by Dishan Joseph
Columns of horses marching in formation, are a spectacular sight we witness on Independence Day. How do these majestic animals and their robust riders prepare for the parade? Within the busy area of Mihindu Mawatha, Colombo 12, amidst the noise of traffic and the sweltering heat is a serene oasis, hidden from public view.
It is a refreshing sanctuary which I visit often...
The annual festive frenzy is once again engulfing Pettah, with remarkable sales and bargains. The Pettah area has been the arena where you can locate almost anything: if you patiently look for it. The word Pettah is derived from the Anglo-Indian word Pettai which denotes a suburb outside a fort. To find this year’s shopping delights I set out with a colleague on Friday....
On a sunny afternoon I was seated at the hangar of SLAF Ratmalana. The aerodrome was super busy with planes and helicopters landing and taking off. Two smart young women radiating with confidence walked towards me. They introduced themselves as Flight Lieutenant Piyumi Jayasundera and Flying Officer Nadika Weerasuriya, members of the elite skydiving team. The SLAF,...
Text and pix by Dishan Joseph
Foodies in Colombo are constantly checking out new venues to dine, and it doesn’t just end with a good meal - there are...
Finding Italian food in Colombo is a bit of a challenge, as there aren’t too many venues. A Google search suggested Il Cielo-...
As the Year of the Dog dawns, Shangri-La Hotel, Colombo, celebrates with opulent style at the hotel’s signature restaurant, Shang...