Ancient Kings of India, though adhered to Dharma, were quite adept in maintaining a well oiled Military force, always ready.
These forces, during peace time were engaged in building of water… Read More
Info lengkap bulan Januari mengenai "Parakrama Organizer Kembali Gelar Gebyar Pernikahan Indonesia-#jbak99": news, COM. JKRTA Ditengah gempuran globalisasi & modernisasi msh ba… Read More
Among the many countries around the world, Sri Lanka is known for its rich Buddhist culture and heritage. It is where the the ancient city of Polonnaruwa is located, a place where kings rule… Read More
Standing tall and proud in the heart of Sri Lanka’s central province is the ancient citadel of Sigiriya. Here’s how to plan a trip to this magnificent fortress and palace.
1. Lea… Read More
When the Chinese traveler Fa-Hien arrived on the shores of Sri Lanka in the late 4th century, little did he know that he was standing at the doorstep of paradise on earth. Sri Lanka, a beaut… Read More
Eight out of Ten Sluice Gates attached to the Parakrama Sanudraya(Tank) have been opened this noon(12) due to the Water level reached spill level in the Tank following the … Read More
When the Chinese traveler Fa-Hien arrived on the shores of Sri Lanka in the late 4th century, little did he know that he was standing at the doorstep of paradise on earth. Sri Lanka, a beaut… Read More
Colombo (News1st): Anil Parakrama Samarasekera, Parliament Sergeant-at-Arms’ retired from service yesterday (August 29). He will be succeeded by Narendra Fernando, who is currently the… Read More
Sri Lanka’s legendary sacred ‘Cultural Triangle’ extending from the ancient hill capital Kandy to the sacred royal cities of Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa, you will witness… Read More
Colombo (News1st): In a stern move the Government has decided to slash the Mahapola Scholarship of University Students who are running amok. Director of the Mahapola Scholarship Trust F… Read More
As a result of the rising water levels caused due to heavy showers prevailing in sluice gates of Parakrama Samudraya (River) and four reservoirs had been opened according to Department Of Ir… Read More
Colombo (News1st): Three spill gates of the Parakrama Samudraya have been opened due to heavy rainfall experienced in Polonnaruwa. Issuing a media release, the Disaster Management Centre (DM… Read More
Ten sluice gates of the Parakrama Samudraya (Tank) in Polonnaruwa had been opened as the water level of the Samudraya has reached it's spill level due to the heavy showers prevai… Read More
Sluice gates of Four Reservoirs ,A Tank and A Samudraya had been opened since last night(06) as a result of rising water levels caused due to heavy showers prevailing in it has been.reported… Read More
Kalanirdesat Putranasa Yogam occurs in a person's horoscope if Rahu occupies the 5th house, lord of the 5th house is in conjunction with a malefic and Jupiter is debilitated (in house of enu… Read More
Hon. Minister of Ports, Shipping and Southern Development Sagala Rathnayake signals for the operation of 07 millionth TEU. The Secretary of the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Southern Devel… Read More
A new beginning!
Image by Dinesh De Alwis, Hambantota Harbour Sri Lanka, CC BY-SA 4.0On the 26th of December, for the first time in the history, an industry professional has been appointed a… Read More
COLOMBO (News 1st) – The launch of the official website of Sri Lanka Ports Authority was held yesterday (February 21) at the Ministry of Ports and Shipping and Southern Developmen… Read More
Cycling in Polonnaruwa can be done from your hotel with pick up and drop off at Habarana Sigiriya Dambulla or PolonnaruwaYou will start the bike ride at the entrance to the Polonnaruwa ruins… Read More
Transport activities between
Manampitiya and Gallalla areas at Polonnaruwa-Batticaloa main road had been blocked as the road between Manampitiya and Gallalla is being su… Read More
The torrential rains across the island have affected more than 64,000 people, says the Disaster Management Centre (DMC).A total of 13 districts in seven provinces have been experiencing the… Read More
When you hear about Madurai, you would automatically think about Meenakshi. Meenakshi has been a synonym for the historic city for hundreds of years. Meenakshi Sundareswara Temple… Read More
Astrology or Jyotish science is a very age-old form of science rooting from ancient India. It is The name is derived from the Sanskrit word Jyoti meaning light and ish meaning God. Hence, Jy… Read More
Kandy, the governmental capital of Sri Lanka in the 16th into the 19th century and the spiritual funding of Sinhalese Buddhism, is developed on numerous mountainous mountains surrounded by t… Read More
COLOMBO (News1st): Former State Intelligence Service (SIS) director Nilantha Jayawardana had not taken appropriate action on the last-minute warnings of last year’s April 21 attacks, a… Read More
Several places in the Polonnaruwa and Sigiriya tourist zones will not be open to local tourists today (04) and tomorrow (05), the Central Cultural Fund said.The Central Cultural Fund points… Read More
COLOMBO (News 1st): A total of 30 people sustained injuries after a bus veered off the road and crashed into a canal adjacent to the Parakrama Samudraya in Pulasthipura, Polonnaruwa, Sri Lan… Read More
The tiny tear drop shaped island in the Indian ocean has become the latest hotspot for tourists. After the end of the 30 years civil war, and all the travel advisories lifted, tourists just… Read More
With a reigning history of around 53 years, Polonnaruwa is the second capital of Sri Lanka. Here are some of the best places to visit in Polonnaruwa.
Gal Vihara
Gal Vihara | Image via f… Read More
COLOMBO (News 1st); The breakwater of the ancient Parakrama Samudraya is being bulldozed for the construction of a walking path. Video obtained by News 1st showed that bulldozers were being… Read More
COLOMBO (News 1st); The Maha Sangha have taken a stand against the destruction of the breakwater of the historic Parakrama Samudra, which is being flattened to create a jogging path. The Mah… Read More
COLOMBO (News 1st): Former President Maithripala Sirisena has clarified his stance on the project to build a jogging track on the Polonnaruwa Parakrama Samudra tank bund which is curren… Read More
COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lanka’s famed Former Auditor General Gamini Wijesinghe said the damage caused to the breakwater of the Parakrama Samudra is beyond repair. He visited the site o… Read More
COLOMBO (News 1st); The continuous delay in repairing the damages caused to the breakwater of the Parakrama Samudra has raised serious concerns among the locals in Polonnaruwa. It has been 8… Read More
COLOMBO (News 1st); There is no doubt that Sri Lanka’s rich heritage need to be protected, however the recent events surrounding the Parakrama Samudra has raised serious concerns over… Read More
COLOMBO (News 1st); The Parakrama Samudra Jogging Track Project has been suspended, confirmed the Director General of Nihal Siriwardena on Sunday (5). He said the the project will ONLY go ah… Read More
COLOMBO (News 1st); The construction of a breakwater on the bund of the ancient Parakrama Samudra was suspended. After News 1st exposed this act, many other similar attempts are being highli… Read More
COLOMBO (News 1st); Despite widespread opposition, State Minister Roshan Ranasinghe insisted today that the jogging track planned to be constructed on top of the breakwater of the ancient Pa… Read More
COLOMBO (News 1st): The Former President Maithripala Sirisena says that it is important to consider the archaeological significance of any ancient creation before laying hands on it. Sp… Read More
COLOMBO (News 1st); People in Polonnaruwa protested on Sunday (26) against the decision to develop a jogging track on the breakwater of the historic Parakrama Samudra. The protesters led by… Read More
Earning itself a space in the itineraries of almost all those travelers, Pinnawala is home to the magical creatures of wildlife, the elephants. Sitting near the capital city of Colombo, Pinn… Read More
Statue of Equality is a 216 feet tall statue inaugurated in Hyderabad of Sri Ramanujacharya an 11th-century Bhakti saint who promoted the idea of equality in all aspects of living. The statu… Read More
When Mahesh Bhatt Saw Parveen Babi Sitting With A Kitchen Knife, Dressed In Film Costume ( Photo Credit – Facebook ; IMDb )Bollywood actress Parveen Babi was an incredible artist as sh… Read More
‘Adipurush’ to depict the ‘Parakrama’ side of Lord Rama: Om Raut(Photo Credit: Instagram/Poster From Adipurush)Om Raut’s directorial ‘Adipurush’ has… Read More
Prabhas Demands A Fee Hike For Adipurush?(Pic Credit: Facebook, Poster)Adipurush is undoubtedly one of the most awaited Indian films. The film is a PAN-Indian project and is expected to crea… Read More
Daily Current Affairs 24th January 2023
National News
ECI to host 2nd International Conference
The Election Commission of India (ECI) will host the 2nd International Conference in New Delhi… Read More
Tenkasi, a town in the Tirunelveli district of Tamil Nadu, is famous for its temples and waterfalls. Surrounded by the Western Ghats on three sides, it is a perfect getaway for being close t… Read More
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Today we are publishing another odia short story. You can find other small stories in our Odia Short Story portal. Here you will find all odia small stories and galpa. Everyd… Read More
The co-chairman of CINEC, and a renowned professor in Maritime Studies at Shanghai Maritime College, Dr Parakrama Dissanayake was recently awarded the Lifetime Chartered Shipbroker… Read More
Rameshwaram Temple History Inscriptions in the Rameshwaram temple state that the sanctum sanctorum of the original linga was built by King Parakrama Bahu of Sri Lanka in AD 1173. A single Sh… Read More
Polonnaruwa, an awe-inspiring city in the North Central province of Sri Lanka, was the country's second capital. A UNESCO World Heritage site, Polonnaruwa draws visitors from across the glob… Read More
One of Sri Lanka's most revered and awe-inspiring destinations is the Gal Viharaya, a renowned Buddhist site in the ancient city of Polonnaruwa. With its magnificent rock-cut statues and ser… Read More
Parakrama Samudraya, which translates to "The Sea of Parakrama", is one of Sri Lanka's most significant ancient reservoirs. Built during the time of King Parakramabahu the Great, this man-ma… Read More
Horoscope Today: In the mystical world of astrology, the moon takes centre stage as it moves through different houses, influencing the lives of people based on their zodiac sign… Read More
Thinking of exploring the ancient wonders of Polonnaruwa in Sri Lanka? Here’s a down-to-earth guide to make your visit a breeze. Get ready for a journey through time without the compli… Read More
India is a diverse country. Individuals of varied castes, classes, and faiths reside harmoniously in the Indian subcontinent. Hence, it would not be wrong to assume that the art and architec… Read More
The Majestic Ancient Capital
The Quadrangle Atadage in Polonnaruwa | Image by Nahid Sultan via Wikimedia CommonsOver 800 years ago, Polonnaruwa was an ancient capital, a buzzing… Read More