Lanka Collection (page 31)

Poster depicting tea picking in Ceylon
Poster for the Empire Marketing Board, depicting women picking tea in Ceylon

Better impressions by sea
Poster encouraging people to travel by sea for Better Impressions. Places visited on the way include the UK, Egypt, Sudan, East and South Africa, the Persian Gulf, India, Ceylon, Pakistan, Malaya

Sri Lanka - Tamil Woman

Colombo - Sri Lanka
Scenes from Colombo, Sri Lanka, including an elephant, the Harbour and the Galle Face Hotel

Singhalese Villager - Sri Lanka
A young man from a Singahlese Village in Sri Lanka poses for a photograph amid some banana plants, holding a seriously lethal-looking cleaver!

Temple at Kochchikade, Colombo, Sri Lanka
Buddhist Temple at Kochchikade, Colombo, Sri Lanka

Tapping a rubber tree - Ceylon
A woman in Ceylon tapping a rubber tree with traditional techniques

Point de Galle Lighthouse, Ceylon, 1847
Engraving of a lighthouse intended for the Point de Galle, Ceylon (Sri Lanka). The lighthouse was built out of cast-iron plates, secured by nuts, bolts and iron cement

Sacred Banyan
The BANYAN, a species of fig- tree, is sacred to Hindus : the most renowned grows near Anuradhapura, ancient capital of Sir Lanka, where Gautama became the Buddha

The Preparation of Cinnamon in Ceylon
Series of illustrations in The Graphic showing the preparation of cinnamon in Ceylon (modern day Sri Lanka). 1. Cutting cinnamon sticks. 2. Peeling the Sticks. 3. Stretching the Cinnamon Bark. 4

A Surf-Boat, Sri Lanka, 1887
Engraving of a Sri Lankan (then Ceylon) surf-boat, under sail, riding the waves, from The Graphic, 1887. With an outrigger and fairly large sail, this vessel looks a stout craft

Polonnaruwa / Buddha
GAL VIHARA near POLONNARUWA, in Sri Lanka. A sculpture of Buddha reclining next to the Venerable Ananda, one of his disciples

Polonnaruwa / Buddhism
A guardian at the steps of the VATA DAGA in the quadrangle of Polonnaruwa, the ancient capital of Sri Lanka from the 11th to the 13th century

Elephant / Keepers 1930S
A temple elephant with two keepers, Sri Lanka

Elephants / Bathing 1930S
Temple elephants about to bathe in the Katugastota River, Sri Lanka

Banyan Baptism, Ceylon
The ceremony of giving a child its name among the Banians

Mission, Sri Lanka - 2
Christian mission at Navacouli - the church, the church house, and armed men

Devil Dancers / Sri Lanka
Three Sri Lankan devil dancers in full costume in a strong triangular pose with two barrel drummers

British Depose King / 1815
British officials depose the king of Kandy

Sri Lankan Boy Scouts
A party of boy scouts from Ceylon (Sri Lanka), rehearsing at Clapham, London, on their way to the World Jamboree in Hungary

Racial / Sri Lanka / Vendors
Street vendors sitting on the ground with their wares

Building Bridge of Lanka
The monkey craftsman Nala, with his king Sugriva & Hanuman, build a bridge between India & Sri Lanka so that the ape armies can help Rama rescue Sita from Ravana

Hanuman Burns Lanka
Ravana tries to punish the monkey god Hanuman (captured seeking Sita) by setting his tail alight. But Hanuman escapes & sets fire to Ravanas city, Lanka

Sri Lanka / Kandy C1835
The Royal Palace

Rickshaw Sri Lanka
A European gentleman in a solar topee is about to be taken in a rickshaw in Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

Racial / Sri Lanka / Barber
A Tamil barber shaves a customers head

Elephants Working 1890S
Elephants working in Sir Lanka, moving a large tree trunk

Sri Lanka / Coast Scene
Coastal scene with Palmyra palm trees

Sri Lanka Jungle
Jungle scene, Sri Lanka

Negombo, Sri Lanka, 1671
The Dutch fort at Negombo; like all Dutch establishments on the island, it is heavily fortified in readiness for attack from those residents who resent their presence

Dutch Take Colombo
The Dutch land in Ceylon 1602, and lay siege to Colombo the following year, under the command of general Gerard Hulst. Subsequently amicable relations are established

COLOMBO 1671
The `port of Colombo in the 17th century, with Dutch shipping in the roadstead. Various farming activities are in progress and elephants can be seen

Dutch & Emperor Ceylon
A Draught of the most Splendid Audience given by ye Emperor of Ceylon, King of Candy, to Gerard Hulst, ye Dutch General. (The Dutch land 1602, take Colombo 1603)

Slender Loris
(loris tardigradis) The slender loris is a resident of southernAsia and Sri Lanka

Chevrotain (Bewick)
Bewick thought the Chevrotain, or little Guinea Deer, was an antelope, but it is today recognised as a small version of the musk-deer. The Meminna beside it is from Sri Lanka

Rama in Lanka
Rama, Hindu divine hero, is able to successfully invade the island of Lanka because friendly apes build a bridge for him from the mainland

Events / Ceylon
Dutch settlement in Ceylon

Buddha / Peeps at Ceylon
BUDDHA Siddhartha Gautama A statue of Buddha in Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

Sri Lankan Hell
Hell according to the people of Sri Lanka, who name it Calla Sootraya

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"Lanka: A Tapestry of History, Culture, and Natural Beauty" Step into the enchanting world of Lanka, where history comes alive through captivating posters and maps. An iconic poster advertising Air Ceylon beckons you to explore the wonders of this tropical paradise. As you study a map showcasing the tea industry plantations in Ceylon, now known as Sri Lanka, your senses are awakened by the aroma of freshly brewed tea. Transport yourself back to 1671 Jaffna, Sri Lanka's vibrant city that has witnessed centuries of cultural exchange and diversity. Immerse yourself in colonial grandeur at Mount Lavinia Hotel in Ceylon (Sri Lanka), where timeless elegance meets breathtaking ocean views. Witness an unexpected sight as zebras gracefully pull Mazawattee carts through lush landscapes - a testament to the island's rich biodiversity. Marvel at a native stall from the 1880s, capturing glimpses of traditional life on this mesmerizing island. Travel further back in time with a vintage map from 1719 that reveals Asia's gem - Sri Lanka - nestled amidst its neighboring countries. Explore Colombo's Galle Face Hotel, an architectural marvel that has stood tall since colonial times. Venture inland to Anuradhapura and discover Sigiriya Rock rising majestically above ancient ruins - an awe-inspiring UNESCO World Heritage Site. Picture ox-pulled wagons traversing picturesque landscapes while carrying precious cargo for Lipton Tea Company. End your journey at Galle Face Hotel in Galle, where old-world charm merges seamlessly with modern luxury against a backdrop of stunning coastal vistas. Let a poster advertising Orient Line transport you beyond these shores towards new adventures Down Under. Lanka is not just a place; it is an experience that weaves together tales of exploration, natural beauty, and cultural heritage like no other destination can offer. Come immerse yourself in its tapestry of history, culture, and natural wonders.