Janith D Kosala

  AMBULUWAWA TOWER  Ambuluwawa Tower stands among the most significant places in Sri Lanka as it rests by Gampola. The structure has a height of 3,560 meters from sea level and enables visitors to see the nearby mountains including Sri Pada (Adam's Peak) and Knuckles Range as well as Bathalegala (Bible Rock). From its height of 48 meters visitors can enjoy a complete panoramic view which includes all scenic elements of the surrounding forests and towns and rivers below. Nature enthusiasts and adventurers should visit this location because of its appealing character. Sri Lanka's exceptional attraction lies in its status as the country's initial Multi Religious Centre at Ambuluwawa. One location at Ambuluwawa features four major religious places of Buddhist temple, Hindu kovil, mosque and Christian church side by side. Different religious organizations maintain peaceful alliances throughout the national territory. The construction of the tower resembles a Buddhist stupa that...

NITTAWEKA GUNAYA Among Kandyan dancers Nittawela Gunaya earned recognition as one of the highest performing masters as well as master teachers. Through his studies under his uncle Suramba he achieved fame as a dancer. International success arrived for him when he staged his performance during 1927 in Germany. He merged his dance routine with traditional Kandyan dance alongside dramatic performing elements to create a distinctive style unique to himself. Gunaya gained fame for his solo dancing through his Vannamas movements which he performed alone. Through Vannamas dancers can express animals as well as natural elements. Through his imaginative approach he made the dances more crowd-popular by implementing his distinctive dance style. Gunaya gave his standout performance at the 1948 Sri Lankan independence event by delivering the Thuranga Vannama which depicted Prince Siddhartha abandoning his royal status to embark on a journey of self-enlightenment. Through his work Gunaya establ...

ROBAROSIA FLOWER LANE Travelers discover beautiful floral scenery at Robarosia Flower Lane which exists in Sri Lanka. This secretive floral hideaway excites all nature enthusiasts who seek experience the beautiful blooms of flowers. The whole lane displays numerous flower varieties which produce a serene welcoming feeling.  The flower pathway reveals beautiful red flowers together with yellow and white blooms to people who stroll its length. Jasmine bougainvillea and orchids are among the flowers that grow at Robarosia Flower Lane. The lovely perfume of these blossoms scents the area allowing walkers to have an enhanced experience. People visit Robarosia Flower Lane for inspiring blossoms yet additionally use it as a quiet area to appreciate nature. The area offers an ideal spot for both relaxation while wandering quietly and for photographing gorgeous floral species. You should visit this lane because it provides both floral beauty along with serene moments among nature.

THALPE BEACH   The southern Sri Lankan coast presents Thalpe Beach as a peaceful and attractive destination near Galle. The pristine coastline exposes its light golden sandy shore and reveals sparkling clear waves which provide an ideal spot for relaxation. Guests can experience tranquility at this beach location because it avoids heavy crowds. Swimmers and snorkelers find this location suitable because colorful coral reefs exist near the water's edge. The small beachside resorts combined with villas that surround the area provide visitors with calm accommodation options. The beach area offers a combination of natural lagoon beauty and verdant natural environment which visitors can experience during their stay. Thalpe Beach presents a secret ocean haven where palm trees combine with the peaceful wave sounds. Vacationers can use this beach area for a love-filled trip or for having lunch or spending time enjoying peaceful oceanfront relaxation. The pleasant beach experience at ...

MASK DANCE   People perform traditional Sri Lankan mask dance by wearing vibrant and colorful masks. Masks illustrate multiple personalities starting from animals and demons before featuring gods and human characters. These masks serve two essential functions since they enable performers to deliver meaningful lessons and narrate tales. The dance requires performance during religious events together with ceremonies and festivals. People perceive masks to perform spiritual functions of removing negative spirits while simultaneously bringing positive blessings. The performers dress in particular costumes and perform energetic movements to portray each character during the show. While performing these dances actors use their hands and face to convey emotions of their portrayed characters. Traditional drum music maintains the writing tempo while making the performance more energetic throughout the performance. Sri Lankan legends alongside myths serve as the subject matter for most danc...

SIGIRIYA  Sigiriya is a huge rock in Sri Lanka that rises about 600 feet above the ground. A king named Kasyapa lived there a long time ago. To get to the top, where his palace was, you need to climb 1,270 steps . Sigiriya is a famous historical site, called the eighth wonder of the world. It's best to visit early in the morning before it gets too hot or crowded. At the bottom of the rock, you can walk through beautiful gardens, including water gardens with ponds and fountains. There are also boulder gardens with big rocks, which were once part of an old monastery. But no matter what, you’ll always be looking up at the giant Sigiriya rock. Near the top, there’s a spot called the Lion’s Gate. It has two big stone lion paws. The face of a lion was once carved in the rock, but it’s mostly worn away now. This is how Sigiriya got its name, which means “lion rock.” Once you reach the top, you’ll see the ruins of the palace and gardens, along with old walls. The view of the jungle below ...

SPICY CHICKEN KOTTU in hot plate restaurant  A taste of the outstanding Chicken kottu prepared at Hot Plate Restaurant in Kuliyapitiya became my favorite food of the day. My friend joined me when I experienced this taste for the first time. The particular chicken devil flavor in this kottu made it delightfully tasty to eat. Customers can modify the hotness level according to their personal preference.   Each serving of chicken kottu caters to four people at a price which makes it affordable. At Hot Plate Restaurant customers have the choice to eat in the restaurant or take their meals for later use. Every staff member provides a welcoming attitude to customers. The Kuliyapitiya area residents should consider visiting Hot Plate Restaurant. The food experience will provide you with the same satisfaction that it offered me.

  SAMAYAN The name Samayan continues to represent the kitten I selected when I adopted him. We observe our kitten constantly exploratory behavior since his high level of energy. His large eyes match his unique fur pattern which displays white and brown colors together with black spots. Samayan takes pleasure in running and playing across the entire day of the household from morning through evening. He likes biscuits and milk. The home is his independent territory since he refuses to share it with any other being.  The spot which my kitten prefers for resting is the couch and he drifts off to sleep next to me when he rests on it. My kitten picks the table spot as his preferred location to stay close to me when I study. The continuous existence of Samayan stays next to me in a way which makes life impossible without him. I love Samayan so much. 

INDOOR PLANTS  Plants which people nurture inside residential or professional spaces constitute indoor plants. Spaces become more attractive due to their presence while they assist with air purification and improve human emotional states. The plants thrive indoors when provided with enough water and appropriate temperatures under ideal conditions of occasional fertilizer use.   Snake plants, pothos, peace lilies and succulents are among the frequently kept indoor plants. These plants can be managed easily by people who also clean up airborne dangerous materials from their air. Various kinds of plants exist for indoor gardening. Indoor plants exist in three primary forms: cacti and aloe vera store water while monsteras and ferns possess large leafy greens and orchids and anthuriums display flowers.   Plants need correct illumination, periodic watering without excess moisture and appropriate drainage in their containers for good indoor health. Snake plants together wit...

BOGAMBARA PRISON The security level of Bogambara Prison in Sri Lanka fell second to Welikada Prison in Colombo. The establishment operated as a prison for 138 continuous years starting from 1876 all the way until its closure on January 1, 2014 . The prisoners relocated to Pallekele after closing this establishment. During 2019 the Sri Lankan government converted the obsolete prison into Bogambara Cultural Park which became a destination for tourists. The original site of Bogambara Wewa served as the location for building the prison complex. The buildings at the prison were created under the supervision of F. Vine who worked for the Ceylon Public Works Department. The entrance gate along with fortress walls found their inspiration from the Bastille. The prison facility covered 5.3 hectares (13 acres) while offering 408 cells across three stories in a big 382-cell structure. A hospital building existed among the other prison facilities. This facility existed to contain dangerous crimin...

SADAGIRI MAHA SEYA On the Hanthana mountain range a large new stupa named Sandagiri Maha Seya faces Kandy city. The stupa lies 6 kilometers outside Kandy city center at a distance of 1.7 kilometers from the Ceylon Tea Museum.  You will reach the stupa after taking a windy road to a parking spot adjacent to Sandagiri Maha Viharaya Temple . A staircase leads from the bottom parking lot to the stupa that sits at a height of 930 meters . Visitors who climb to the top of the stupa have an outstanding vantage point that reveals the mountain vistas and majestic Mahaweli River valley. Among the recent stupas erected in Sri Lanka the Sandagiri Maha Seya stands as one of the biggest. Construction of this structure became possible through donations received by the society. Construction work for the building commenced on January 27, 2017 and finished when they installed the last part that completed the stupa on March 28, 2021 . The stupa received its holy dedication during the ceremony of ...

MY GHUNGROO POOJA The day I secured my ghungroo was characterized as the most crucial event in my continuing journey of life. As a student new to Kathak dance the occasion of putting on a ghungroo became an important beginning of luck. My learning of Kathak occurs at Mahesh Kathak Academy . A ceremony to tie the ghungroo occurred at the Manikka Vinayagar Kovil in Bambalapitiya on Sunday January 12, 2025 . We executed a religious prayer before starting the rituals. Subsequently our teacher Guru Mahesh Indika proceeded to tie the ghungroo on each ankle among my friends and myself. We offered our initial performance after receiving prayers from everyone who was present.  All members of my family joined with my relatives along with my friends at the event. Numerous gifts alongside special memories were given to me during that day. Everyone gathered for beautiful picture-taking occasions. To close our performance we offered a small present to our instructor. A friend gave me a d...

  KANDYAN DANCE The tradition of Kandyan dance comes from Kandy which is located in Sri Lanka. The country considers this practice to be an essential and holy traditions within its cultural heritage. Dancers present themselves in the traditional Ves costume featuring the headdress together with beaded chest protection and rattling anklets. The front of the headdress contains metal components for height augmentation.   Men only can wear the Ves headdress through participation in a religious ritual known as the Ves Mangalya before the ceremony. Many people think that sick or bad luck will affect any female who wears this particular item. Before undergoing the ceremony men are unable to don the Ves. During Kala Eli Mangalya women conduct their special traditional ritual.   A performance of Kandyan dance requires drum music to play. Geta Beraya serves as the principal drum instrument for this dance since it is exclusive to Kandyan dance. Thalampota represents...

A motivational session organized by the English Department of the University of Visual and Performing Arts was scheduled for December 11, 2024 through zoom technology. The session took place on December 11, 2024 by using the zoom platform. A motivational session was conducted by Ms. Chaturangi Abheshika through virtual zoom technology on December 11, 2024. She demonstrated her approach to improve her English skills at that time. She emphasized that continuous attendance of English lectures together with regular exposure to English speech and regular conversation between students will help students develop their English skills. According to her English language development leads to enhanced personality.  Her ability to teach today as a lecturer depends on the fundamental English language knowledge that she possesses. The speaker advised everyone to find new words each day. English has two important roles for future job prospects and everyday interactions with people in society acc...

My name is Janith Dhananja. I am 23 years old. I live with my family in Kuliyapitiya. I have one brother and one sister. My father and mother are tailors. I am currently a university student studying for a degree at the University of the Visual and Performing Arts.  I am studying hard because I want to become a lecturer. My dream is to build a beautiful house, buy a nice car, and live happily one day. I like spend my free time with my friend. I really like street foods. It is all very tasty and cheap.