In 1686, Father Jose Vaz arrived in Ceylon (now Sri Lanka) as a missionary during the Dutch occupation, a period when Calvinism became the enforced official religion after the island’s takeover from the Portuguese. To evade persecution, he disguised himself…
On my first day in Colombo, my attention was captivated by two distinct postboxes that aroused my curiosity. One stood adorned in a verdant hue, displaying the emblem of Sri Lanka Post, while its scarlet counterpart showcased the letters “GR”…
Bakers have a unique and charming way of announcing their arrival with fresh bread. In Goa, you’ll hear the distinct “Ponk Ponk” sound originating from a horn fixed to their cycle handlebar, while in Sri Lanka, it’s a musical flair…
On 13th May, during my time in Kalpitiya, I had a serendipitous encounter that led me to a captivating discovery. While photographing Volkswagen Beetles, I struck up a conversation with one of the car owners. It turned out that they…
The main attraction in the city of Kandy is the Temple of the Sacred Tooth. Like many other visitors, I also made sure to visit this renowned temple. While exploring the temple garden, I came across several statues, but one…
