Culture Archives

August 26, 2024

HAIKOU, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 August 2024 – In spring 2024, the Department of Tourism, Culture, Radio, Television and Sports of Hainan Province launched a global “Hainan Tourism & Cultural Excellence Top 10” selection event, which received widespread media coverage and enthusiastic support from around the world. Top spots include Ling Shui’s […]

July 15, 2024

The British Council is thrilled to announce the opening of applications for its Connections Through Culture arts grants, a £700,000 grant programme designed to foster artistic and cultural collaborations between the UK and Asia-Pacific countries. Applicants in Sri Lanka can apply for grants of up to £10,000, for projects that enable genuine international […]

March 14, 2024

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The Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art Sri Lanka (MMCA Sri Lanka) has an exciting lineup of public programmes for March 2024, inviting visitors to engage with art and culture in unique and immersive ways. From curated tours to workshops and discussions, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Explore our current exhibition ‘88 Acres: […]

February 24, 2024

Responsible tourism refers to the practice of traveling in a way that minimizes negative impacts on the environment, supports local communities, and promotes cultural preservation. It is important because it helps to preserve natural and cultural resources for future generations, reduces environmental degradation, supports the local economy, and promotes mutual understanding and respect between travelers […]

October 17, 2023

Introduction to Sri Lanka’s UNESCO Heritage Sites Sri Lanka, a small island nation located in the Indian Ocean, is home to a rich cultural heritage that dates back centuries. The country’s historical and archaeological wonders have been recognized by UNESCO, with eight sites in Sri Lanka designated as World Heritage Sites. These UNESCO World Heritage […]

July 12, 2023

A Seminar on ‘Culture and Education for Disaster Risk Reduction’ was held on 6 July 2023 at BRAC University in Dhaka. It was jointly organized by the Postgraduate Programs in Disaster Management (PPDM), the School of Architecture and Design of BRAC University, and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Government of […]

March 24, 2023

The Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art Sri Lanka (MMCA Sri Lanka) is participating in the Web3 for the Arts and Culture (WAC) Fellowship programme, offered by We Are Museums and TZ Connect with the support of the Tezos Foundation. The MMCA Sri Lanka is the only arts and cultural institution from […]

December 12, 2022

More of an experience than just a restaurant, Culture Colombo continues to reach new heights, having recently been felicitated as the Best Ethnic Restaurant in Asia for 2022 by Asia’s number-one Brand and Leadership Excellence Awards under the Asian Dining Awards category. The restaurant takes its guests on gastronomic adventures with authentic […]

November 11, 2022

Leading couturier Indi Yapa Abeywardena is set to take over the runway in style, bringing together a celebration of fashion, design, diversity, history, and culture. ‘Aarya by Indi’ is an upcoming Spring and Summer 2023 fashion show that will take place on 18 November 2022 at the Colombo Town Hall Building. The […]

June 22, 2022

Copenhagen, Amsterdam, Beijing, London & Seoul are the top 5 digital cities in the index European cities ran highly successful traffic management systems, while Beijing applied digital technologies to tackle air pollution and optimise utilities and sharing economy Involving citizens in design of smart city schemes underpins meaningful inclusion – […]

2024 Hainan Tourism & Cultural Excellence Top 10 Revealed

The British Council announces new arts grant supporting cultural projects between UK and Sri Lanka: £700,000 grant programme to foster artistic and cultural collaborations between the UK and Asia-Pacific countries

Discover March 2024 Public Programmes at the MMCA Sri Lanka

What is Responsible Tourism And Why Is It Important?

The Incredible Impact of Sri Lanka’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Seminar on Culture and Education for Disaster Risk Reduction held at BRAC University

MMCA Sri Lanka Selected for the Web3 for the Arts and Culture (WAC) Fellowship

Culture Colombo awarded Best Ethnic Restaurant in Asia A victory for Sri Lankan cuisine, culture, and hospitality

Discover Indi Yapa Abeywardena’s Latest Spring-Summer 2023 Collection

Digital Cities Index 2022: European Cities outperformed with open data projects and tightly defined sustainability schemes