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Art or Act?: The Ethics Behind a Photograph
Stilt ‘fishermen’ off Sri Lanka’s southern coast. One of the more interesting debates in documentary travel photography is the use of local artisans to portray ‘authentic’ experiences. In nearly every corner of the world, traditional ways of life are giving way to the economic realities that rising costs of living,…
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Trainspotting in Sri Lanka
Just standing on Galle Road, the main artery that runs north and south along the western edge of Colombo, for even a few minutes, will give you a great glimpse into what this place is all about. You will be enveloped by the cool sea mist off the Indian Ocean,…
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Diving for Idols
At Trincomalee, on Sri Lanka’s northeastern coast, there boasts a spectacular promontory and temple dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva. High atop Swami Rock overlooking Gokarna Bay, home to seasonal blue whales and one of the world’s largest natural harbors, Koneswaram Temple has been a religious pilgrim center since 400…
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Fêting Buddha’s Tooth
The Kandy Esala Perahera, also known as the Festival of the Tooth, is Sri Lanka’s most elaborate and revered festival. The Perahera, or procession, is said to date back to the 3rd century BC. Originally a request to the Gods for rainfall, the Perahera was adapted to celebrate Lord Buddha’s…
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