Jetavanaramaya, a colossal fourth-century Sri Lankan stupa, was once among the world’s largest structures — a vast and ancient brick-built engineering marvel born out of religious rivalry that has ...

"First published as two books: 'Some ancient Hindu temples of Sri Lanka' in 1980 and 'More Hindu temples of Sri Lanka' in 1991"--Title page verso Section I. Vinayakar temples -- Section II. Sivan ...

For 1,500 years, the Anuradhapura kingdom ruled Sri Lanka and gained fame for its incredible wealth. Curator Peter Lee seeks ...

Surrounded by forested mountains in Andra Pradesh in India just across the border of the Telangana state, what lies is the ...

If you look at satellite imagery, you will notice a faint hint of a connecting strip between India and Sri Lanka. This is Adam's Bridge, also known as Ram's Bridge or Ram Setu (राम सेतु), a vast chain ...

COLOMBO (Reuters) - The Netherlands returned six artefacts including a cannon, a ceremonial sword and two guns taken from Sri Lanka more than 250 years ago on Tuesday, as part of efforts by the former ...

Sri Lanka may be small in size, but it packs an extraordinary mix of golden beaches, misty hills, ancient ruins, and wildlife ...

We used to know Sri Lanka mainly for its tea (do try it!). Then, after the civil war ended in 2009, its beaches caught the eye of backpackers. The island became known for sun, sand, and surf - a new ...