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Colombo, Sri Lanka

I took a tour of the city that stopped at the Colombo National museum and the Gangaramaya Temple. Colombo is not the government capital for the country but serves as the commercial center.

Some of the colonial buildings. They gained independence from the British in the 1950s
The entry into one of several mosques in the city.
A downtown clock tower that was originally a lighthouse.
A view of some of the newer architecture.
A lotus designed concert hall
Independence Hall and park.
Some of the upscale houses.
The museum
Buddha Image in limestone dating to 800 CE
Vajrapani Bodhisatva 9th century CE
Bodhisatva Sandles of bronze 9th century CE
Mural painting dating to 3rd century BCE
Avalokitesvara. This is considered a world masterpiece because of the delicate work and the position of the hands and the seated position of the body.
King’s throne.
Sinhala dress
Muslim dress
Dutch Burgher
King and Queen face masks
Musical instruments 19-20th century

Finally, the Gangaramaya Temple. It is very ornate and within its center is a tree that is believed to have been started from a sampling from the tree that Siddhartha Gautama sat beneath as he gained his insight.

Entrance to temple
Deities surround the Buddha
Important spiritual tree.
The Stupa

Sri Lanka is a lush and beautiful destination. Most people speak English and will accept US dollars which is very helpful.

Cheers and good night Joey.

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