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In this article, the profound cultural and philosophical depth of Sri Lanka explains why transformative figures like Jesus Christ and Prophet Muhammad may have focused their teachings elsewhere. Sri ...

Looking for a tropical destination with stunning beaches, wild nature, rich culture, and exquisite cuisine? Sri Lanka is the ...

Thanks Sri Lanka for keeping the spirit of Ramayana alive. One can still feel the presence of Mighty Ravana in Lion's Rock!” ...

As many as 40 small scale and large scale forest fires have occurred throughout the country as of February 24, 2025. ..

The study of the effect of music on the mind and brain has evolved over thousands of years, from ancient philosophy to modern ...

4. Sita’s Life in Sri Lanka: Sita Kotuwa and Ashok Vatika When Ravana abducted Sita, he first took her to a fort-like structure in Sri Lanka called Sita Kotuwa (Sita’s Fortress). This place ...

Meanwhile, another X user shared an illustration of the monkey god Hanuman from the Hindu epic Ramayana, recalling the tale where he set Sri Lanka on fire during a war with the demon king Ravana.

he added. Another X user, Sreeni R, posted an illustration of the monkey god Hanuman, who according to the Hindu epic Ramayana, set Sri Lanka on fire during a war with the demon king Ravana who ruled ...

The demon king's kingdom was known as ‘the 'Golden City of Lanka' according to mythology. The source told IANS, “Actual gold is being used because Ravana was the king of Sri Lanka and it was a ...