Props for a stage-play at a secondary school, Avissawella, Sri Lanka.

The model throne and crown.

A model on the throne wearing a crown and holding a sword.

The creator of the props of the play standing behind.

These props were created for the enactment of a play titled "Kaekilla Rajjuruwo'. It is a very old theme in Sinhalese folk drama about foolish judgements delivered by a King. The play was performed by the students of The Janaadhipathy Vidyalaya, Avissawella, at the Town Hall, Avissawella. 

A 'Disk Jockey' at his station in a wedding reception at Avissawella, Sri Lanka.

Disc Jockeys are now regular fare at receptions in Sri Lanka. Equipped with the latest equipment and a collection of CDs of popular songs, they fill the festive air with music.

Flower arrangements at a wedding reception, Avissawella, Sri Lanka.

The water monitor, Varanus salvator - 'Kabaragoya' Sinhalese.

Quite a common resident in the south of Sri Lanka. Meat is not eaten. Has a vicious kick using its thick tail.

Flowers, home garden, Avissawella, Sri Lanka.

Orchid flowers, home garden, Avissawella, Sri Lanka.

Seethawaka Regency, Avissawella, Sri Lanka.

A newly opened hotel bordering the Avissawella - Colombo road. It is fully booked for wedding functions over the next few months. It is about one Kilometer from Avissawella town.

Adding color to a home garden, Avissawella, Sri Lanka.

Lilies and a quiet stream, Avissawella, Sri Lanka.

Photos of a sunset, Avissawella, Sri Lanka.

Views from the Market bus stand, Avissawella, Sri Lanka.

Lizard and squirrel in the home garden, Avissawella, Sri Lanka.

Orchids, home garden, Avissawella, Sri Lanka.

Varieties of Anthuriums in our home garden, Avissawella, Sri Lanka.

The smallest of them called a 'Lady Jay'

A 'Saangeeka Dhaana' at the Maanikkawaththe Pansala, Avissawella, Sri Lanka.

A clear mid-day in the environs of the Pansala.

The Buddhist Priests being brought to the hall ceremonially.

The coconut leaf mat on which the feet of the Priests are washed.

The feet are wiled dry before entering the hall.

The devotees seated in the hall where the alms-giving takes place.

Scenes, Avissawella, Kaluaggala, Sri Lanka.

Vagrant cattle resting on the pavement, Avissawella.

Home made door-mats and cushins for sale, Kaluaggala.

Firewood for sale by the road side, Kaluaggala.

Orchid flowers in a home garden, Kaluaggala, Sri Lanka.

Leaves, Home garden, Avissawella, Sri Lanka.