Temple of the Tooth in Kandy (Sri Dalada Maligawa) is the place where the most famous relic of the Buddha Tooth is located. Kandy is the second largest city in Sri Lanka, picturesquely situated among green hills, until 1815 the capital of the last Kingdom of Kandy. It has been placed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. The Tooth Temple in Kandy is a part of a palace complex inhabited by
Hindu wedding in Sri Lanka
Hindu wedding in Sri Lanka is a celebration very much related to religious tradition, extremely colourful and full of music. It is not just the act of uniting two people, but also their families and a large group of friends. The rites and rituals are firmly rooted in the religious tradition and refer to the divine pattern of an ideal marriage. Many of the rituals start just a few days before,
Sri Lanka, the island of gems
Picturesque hills, coated with mysterious mist, abounded in gently murmuring streams, rumbling waterfalls, lush forests, green tea lands and life-giving paddy fields, hides treasures, which have fascinated people since the beginning of time. Early in the morning, the narrow streets of a small town are filled with vendors and traders hurrying to the local stone market. Ratnapura, the city of gems is known for centuries because of the gems found in
7 places places you should see in Trincomalee
There are some places you should see in Trincomalee. Trincomalee is a city in north-eastern Sri Lanka and one of the world’s best natural harbours. Its strategic location was often used both in colonial times and during the World War II. Currently it is visited by an increasing number of tourists, due to its attractions: beautiful surrounding beaches, whale watching, diving, snorkelling and important historical sites. For me Trinko (as it is