Our nation is fortunate to celebrate the 64th Independence Day with a genuine sense of dignity about freedom. Today the national flag flutters pointing to a new country in the making. The way is open for an independent economy. It daily reinforces the nation’s aspiration for a prosperous future. It has given us freedom to [...]
I love visiting cemeteries. The allure lies in the serene atmosphere, the haunting silence, the beautiful monuments whether they have stood the test of time or not and most of all, the myriad of stories that can be gathered, if you stop to read the epitaphs. As far as unearthing stories goes, the British Garrison [...]
It is with great expectations that we look forward to celebrate the 64th Anniversary of Independence on 4thof February 2012. 19th of May 2009 marked the historic day that the -country succeeded in eradicating L’1°l’E terrorism that debilitated economic, social and cultural fabric of the country for thirty years. It was the far-sighted vision, guidance [...]
Although Bathelegala has been seen many times on my way to Kandy, for many years I believed this was an impossible hike considering the shape of the rock. As a member of lakdasun nature forum I was privileged to see a very valuable trip report written by our dear colleague Ashan Geeganage. What a coincidence [...]
By Nishadi Liyanage – Pictures by Tharaka Ranaweera The Galle Fort has always been a place which never ceases to amaze me every time I visit. Originally, built by the Portuguese and modified by the Dutch during the 17th century invasion, it is still in great condition after 400 years and is among those listed [...]
By Rohantha Athukorala FT Quote: “With the global turmoil at its peak with the political uprising in the middle east, corruption agitation in India, the debt crisis in US and EU and now the sanctions on Syria, it was nice to see the world together. The big question is; what did the world learn from [...]
International Scholar has pioneered promoting Malaysia among Sri Lankan students, as an alternative destination for higher education. Today, it is a highly sought after destination with many students from elite schools in Sri Lanka choosing to pursue their higher education in Malaysia. To better serve those students wishing to study in Malaysia, we at International [...]
Recognised Bba Degree In Sri Lanka Through SLIIT 16th December 2011: SLIIT offers students, a four year Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) Honours Degree that follows the UGC’s credit system framework. The programme is designed; to equip students with the necessary tools to work within diverse industries and to take up the challenges of a [...]
This week, the Review Plus travelled to the East Coast. Abdul H. Azeez gives you the scoop on what to do when in Batticaloa town, (from the Dutch Fort to fried brains) while Imaad Majeed travels off the beaten path to Swamimalai, an ancient Tamil kingdom. Imaad Majeed: Driving from Batticaloa along the A4 route, [...]
By Raisa Wickrematunge – Photos by Gazala Anver Situated opposite the World Trade Centre, the Dutch hospital is said to have been built around 1681, according to Christopher Schweitzer, a German national serving in Sri Lanka. It went through some serious redevelopment before being reopened on December 2. The first thing you’ll notice are the [...]
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