A local band in action at a wedding party, Deberawewa.

Bands are hired to entertain the guests at wedding ceremonies in present Sri Lanka. The picture shows a female vocalist belting out a pop song. Note the supporting electronic organ (Yamaha), the 'Tabla' and the 'Octopad'.

Boy on Grandpa's bicycle, Deberawewa.

Wild pea-cock in the garden, Katharagama.

Brides-maids at a wedding, Tissa.

Advice on the inner side of a toilet door in Yala.

Translation of the Sinhalese text - "Do not use this (toilet) like a monkey".