Flower Saucer

If you think you’re looking at a UFO, you’re right! This unique flower object was taken at Amangalla, Galle Fort, Sri Lanka.

Three Sisters

A smile never fails to brighten up someone’s day. Here are three lovely sisters from Galle Fort, Sri Lanka, with smiles worth a million dollars. With that, I wish you all a great week ahead!

Amangalla – The Legacy of Luxury

At the heart of Galle Fort, lies Amangalla, a beautiful reincarnation of the New Oriental Hotel (or NOH as it is affectionately known). I had the privilege to photograph this historic hotel which operated as the NOH for 140 years before its acquisition by Amanresorts.

Amanresorts had done a fine job with the restoration. Nesta, the previous owner would surely approve. The original teak wood floors and antique furniture – planter’s chairs and pettagama chests are left intact. One can relive the glorious yesteryear and even feel the presence of colonial ghosts. Rumour has it that Room 25 (the room has since been renumbered after the renovation) is haunted. Fact or fiction, one thing’s for sure, Amangalla is a classy hotel deserving of the many accolades it has received and definitely worth the splurge.

Miss Sad

Here’s a picture of gloom. I couldn’t help but notice this pensive looking lady walking very slowly along Church Street in Galle Fort. The sadness in her eyes was intense. I wonder what’s bothering her? The global financial crisis maybe?

Dusk Ritual

There is a thriving muslim community in Galle Fort. At dusk, you can see men in traditional garb gathering at the Meera Masjid mosque, adjacent to the Galle Lighthouse for evening prayers.

Sunset Rendezvous

I took this photo at Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The 400 year old fort built originally by the Portuguese is very quaint and atmospheric, it’s like stepping back in time. The best time to walk along the ramparts is at dusk. In fact, it’s a daily ritual for many Sri Lankans, especially lovers who’d hold hands or sit on a stone bench, whispering sweet nothings as the sun sets. A truly romantic sight.