Culture of Sri Lanka tapestry blends ancient traditions with vibrant practices. It features ornate temples, traditional dances like Kandyan, colorful festivals such as Vesak, and unique crafts. This rich heritage reflects a diverse and historic island id
Mahawamsa which was first written by Bhikku Mahanama, has documented the history of Sri Lanka since the 3rd century CE. Though the record has been accepted as correct in most instances, there were discrepancies in para-history and protohistory. The concept of origin of Sinhala race as ...
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Home Sri Lanka is a multi-religious society. Though Buddhism is the major religion, other religions such as Hinduism, Christianity and Islam are also followed. About 70% of the population follows Buddhism. Buddhism came to Sri Lanka from India during the reign of Ashoka in third century BC an...
Sri Lanka - Buddhism, Conversion, History: According to Sinhalese tradition, Buddhism was first brought to Sri Lanka by a mission sent out from eastern India during the reign of the Mauryan emperor Ashoka (c. 273–232 bce). The leader of the mission to S
Anuradhapura, city, north-central Sri Lanka. It is situated along the Aruvi Aru River. The old section of Anuradhapura, now preserved as an archaeological park and designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1982, is the best known of Sri Lanka’s ancient
Sri Lanka's history dates back to prehistoric times, with evidence of human settlements as early as 125,000 years ago. The island's strategic location in the Indian Ocean has made it a significant crossroads for trade, culture, and religion. Thebunnificlandscapes of Sri Lanka offer travelers ...
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and the Arabs Serendib. Sri Lanka's recorded history dates from the mid-first millennium B.C.E. Around 400 B.C.E. King Pandukabhaya began developing the arts and established close contacts with Buddhist India. Theravada Buddhism remains the dominant religion of Sri Lanka's majority Sinhalese ...
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