Built in the fifth century, Sri Lanka’s Sigiriya fortress attracted the attention of British archaeologists in the 1800s, who were amazed by its leonine rock art and beautiful frescoes.

This dealt a crippling blow to Sri Lanka’s ancient hydraulic civilization. The Sinhalese were, under Vijayabahu I, able to expel the Cholas from the Island in 1070, and under Parakramabahu the Great, ...

AMBALANGODA, Sri Lanka -- In Ambalangoda, a vibrant Sri Lankan coastal town of fishermen, sunshine and traditional mask makers, two unique and ancient art forms are battling for survival.

After savouring Sri Lanka’s western coast, the nation’s famed cultural triangle serves up a bevy of World Heritage ancient treasures in the heart of the island. Travelling with On the Go Tours ...

Sri-Lankan born Canberra man Sanjiva de Silva is hopeful an art exhibition in Canberra's inner-north will help save an ancient Sri Lankan clay pottery tradition. On a recent trip to Sri Lanka, Mr ...

EXCLUSIVE As Sri Lanka's spectacular East Coast is finally opened up, discover big game and ancient treasures on an island of wild wonders. Fiona Hardcastle travels around Sri Lanka on a tour ...

A 2,000-year-old Sri Lankan hydraulic system uses natural features to help harvest and store rainwater. In a rapidly warming world, it is providing a lifeline for rural communities.