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Sri Lankan History

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                                                                 Sri Lanka, formerly known as Ceylon, is a small island country located off the southern coast of India in the Indian Ocean. The history of Sri Lanka is rich and complex, with a diverse range of cultures and traditions that have evolved over thousands of years. In this blog post, we will explore the history of Sri Lanka, from its ancient origins to modern times. Ancient Sri Lanka The ancient history of Sri Lanka is shrouded in myth and legend. According to tradition, the island was first inhabited by the Sinhalese people, who arrived in the 6th century BCE. The ancient Sinhalese civilization was known for its sophisticated irrigation systems, which allowed for the cultivation of rice and other crops. In the 3rd century BCE, the island was united under the rule...

Western Music

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 Western music is a broad category that encompasses a vast range of musical styles and genres. Its origins can be traced back to the ancient Greeks, who developed a system of musical notation and theory that served as the foundation for Western music. In this blog post, we will explore the history, characteristics, and evolution of Western music. Historical Origins The history of Western music can be traced back to the Middle Ages, where religious chants and songs were a prominent feature of musical expression. During the Renaissance, Western music experienced a period of innovation and experimentation, with the development of new musical forms such as opera, instrumental music, and polyphonic choral music. The Baroque period saw a rise in instrumental music, with the development of new forms such as the concerto, sonata, and fugue. Characteristics Western music is characterized by its use of a system of notation that allows composers to express their musical ideas in a precise...

Eastern Music

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 Eastern music is a diverse and rich musical tradition that encompasses a wide range of styles and genres, reflecting the cultural and historical differences of the countries and regions of Asia. In this blog post, we will explore the history, characteristics, and evolution of Eastern music. Historical Origins The history of Eastern music can be traced back to ancient times, with various musical traditions and styles evolving over time in different parts of Asia. The earliest forms of Eastern music were religious in nature, with music being used as a means of spiritual expression and communication. The development of musical notation and theory in the Middle Ages allowed for more complex and structured forms of Eastern music to emerge. Characteristics Eastern music is characterized by its use of non-Western scales and tuning systems, such as the pentatonic and microtonal scales. The use of complex rhythms and time signatures, as well as the incorporation of improvisation and or...

C.W.W.Kannagara

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  C.W.W.Kannangara is known as the father of free educaticon of Sri Lanka.   He was born on the 13th of October 1994-in Randobe. It is a village in Balapitiya. He got his early educaion from Vaslian College at Randobe. He won ascholarship to Richmond College and he had special interest in maths.  He passed Cambridge senior examination in 1901 and became a teacher in Richmind College.                                                                                         He entered the law college and he qualified a lawyer in 1912. He was the most popular young lawyer in Galle. In 1931 he was able to become the education minister and he introduced free education to all in our country. The establishment of central schools provided high quality education to t...

A trip with friends

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  One day we planned to go on a trip with some friends in tha campus... We planned on the  phone and we all gathered at one place... We were very happy and ready to start the trip.. as we said we are going to the  temple of Kanda  viharaya which is located near tha beautiful town of Balangoda.   Went to see .. We had a lot of unforgettable events..  We were led to find the road in the middle of a mountain..at some point we forgot the  road too..  Somehow we went to the temple. that unforgettable events.. We were led to find the road in the middle of a mountain..at some point  we forgot the road too .. somehow we went to the temple..that temple is very beautiful ...quiet..    We Talked to the leader of the temple, Thero.... We took pictures..  We were very happy..we all took many pictures on  tha beautiful day.. Some of them have been uploaded.

My mother

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My mother name is Chandrika Irangani...she is 54 years old. my mother lives with me and my brother..  My mother is very white.. she has short curly hair..my mother is working as Sub Post Master.. My mother is very beautiful.... very loves me and my brother..she is very kind .. My mother Sings,cooks, she is good Drawing .. My mother can't live without us both..my life is also my mother.....

Udarata , Sabaragamu, Pahatharata Costume Set

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Udarata Costume Set     Any traditional dance performance is enhanced by "Ranga Vastrabharana ". The costumes are   well  made with white and red colored fabrics and silver embellishments and belong to the upland     dance   tradition.  This mask set is used in "Kohombha Kankariya " which is an upland grand peace ceremony .       Let's  identify the parts of the mask set in the diagram below                                            Pahatharata Costume Set  "Thelme"   set of clothes is used as the set of pahatharata costume set .   This dress is designed with villuda fabric and milk pearl colored  shimmering finish. Sabaragamu Costume Set There are three sets  of clothes used in sabaragamuwa shanthikarma. this set of clothes can be seen in Pahanmadu Shanthikarma. Sabaragam...