A 'Bakky Karaththe' at a hotel in Bope, near Padukka, Sri Lanka.

The 'Bakky Karaththe' drawn by a single bullock was a very fashionable mode of transport in Sri Lanka before the advent of the motor car. Cushioned seats with a central well to put the feet of passengers seated facing each other. Note the night lamps and the stirrup mount.

Newly wedded couple, Avissawella, Sri Lanka.

After the 'Poruwa' ceremony, waiting to be greeted by the guests.

Boy on a rock, Kosgama, Avissawella, Sri Lanka.

With bare feet and plenty of room to run around this child was having the time of his life.

Village road after a heavy shower, Honiton Place, Avissawella, Sri Lanka.

The patch-up work done the previous day was being washed away due to inadequate drainage of the rain water.

A Garden Lizard, Home garden, Avissawella, Sri Lanka.

These animals keep changing color when standing still.