Celebration of Literature at 5th Galle Literary Festival
“The most companionable of all festivals” ~ Michael Morpurgo (English Author, Poet, Playwright, Librettit and participant of 3rd Galle literary Festival in 2009), (5th October 1943~)
Cultures are the very heart of humanity and creativity
The Galle Literary Festival was founded in 2007 in at the world heritage site Galle. The 5th Galle Literary Festival ~ GLF was held from 26th of January 2011 ~ 30th of January 2011, amidt a call to boycott by the Reporters Without Borders (RSF) and Journalists for Democracy in Sri Lanka (JDS). Three writers pulled out from the festival. They are award winning South African novelist Damon Galgut, Noble Laureate Orhan Pamuk and his partner and fellow writer Kiran Desaiboycotted the 5th Galle Litarary Festival.Galle Literary festival included round tables, conversations, workshops, tours, performance, gourmet events, sunset series, picnic and children’ programme.
Similar call was made by some Indian writers and organisations to boycott the first International Tamil Writers Conference in Colombo. It was held from 6th of January 2011 ~ 9th of January 2011.
“I have always enjoyed seeing buildings, but seldom enjoyed reading explanations about them ~ as I feel with others, that architecture cannot be totally explained, but must be experienced” ~ Geoffrey Bawa. This quote applies to the world heritage city of Galle and vicinity.
Raavanesan is being performed in the Kooththu tradition ~ a form of theatre particular to the Eastern Province of Sri Lanka
Combination of folk tunes and vigorous dancing to convey the narrative
Cartoon displayed at the BBC World Service : The Forum: After Shock: The LINGERING LEGACY OF CIVIL WAR
BBC World Service : The Forum: After Shock: The LINGERING LEGACY OF CIVIL WAR
"We read their books but excited to meet the authors in person" say the University students from North and East
Festival ~ goers at literary discussion
"I'm pleased to participate in 5th Galle Literary Festival"says Canista Arthie Denicius,Faculty of Arts,University of Jaffna
The festival promotes the aspects of dialogue and diversity which enhances human development
It is performed all through the night in the “Vatta Kalari, (round stage) in the villages
The story of Raavanesan revolves round Raavanan's struggle in keeping up with his stature of heroism in the face of crisis
Raavanesan wants to wage a war, Mandothari opposes
Thushyanthy Balasuntharam is a lecturer of Eastern University if Sri Lanka
The weather keeps changing
Raavanesan is killed;Mandothari mourns
Balmy weather in Galle
Horse ride during the performance
Dr.Sinniah Maunaguru performs as Raavanesan after 45 years
"Women and children suffer as a result of war" laments Mandothari after Raavanesan was killed in a battle
Visitors thronged the venue to view the performance
Engrossed festival ~ goers
Most finest expression by Sujananthi Thairiyanathan who perform as Mandothari
Musicians accompany the performance
Sunila Abeysekera moderates the session after the performance of Raavanesan by Dr.Sinniah Maunaguru
Original Gate ~ Until 1873, this was the only entrance to the Fort. A fine pair of crest can be seen above the arches. On the outside is the British Coat of Arms dating from 1795, and on the inside the VOC Coat of Arms dating from 1669
Kids play with sword and trident used during the Raavanesan play
Music adds colour to the festival
Literature promotes reflection and soul ~ searching
Beautiful words meet beautiful settings
Literature provides learning and entertainment
Men are seen busy reading the newspapers
Words are powerful which can move people
Festival ~ Goers in Galle
Musicians at the festival
Beautiful architecture of Galle Fort
The Light House was built in1939
The Mosque was built in1909
Statue in the Law Courts Square
Sarah Dunant signs her book “Sacred Hearts”
Ceylon Sarong Company stall at the Galle Literary Festival
Winners of a painting competition among school students
2nd runners up of a painting competition among school students
Police protection is given for the 5th Galle Literary Festival
Mobile Cigarette vendor in Galle
Gloomy weather in Galle
Boys play Volleyball in Galle
Festival ~ goers walk along the beach at dusk
Antique shop in Galle
Galle Literary Festival has become firmly established on the world literary circuit
Bicycle is parked near the beach in Galle
Cultures are the very heart of humanity and creativity
The Galle Literary Festival was founded in 2007 in at the world heritage site Galle. The 5th Galle Literary Festival ~ GLF was held from 26th of January 2011 ~ 30th of January 2011, amidt a call to boycott by the Reporters Without Borders (RSF) and Journalists for Democracy in Sri Lanka (JDS). Three writers pulled out from the festival. They are award winning South African novelist Damon Galgut, Noble Laureate Orhan Pamuk and his partner and fellow writer Kiran Desaiboycotted the 5th Galle Litarary Festival.Galle Literary festival included round tables, conversations, workshops, tours, performance, gourmet events, sunset series, picnic and children’ programme.
Similar call was made by some Indian writers and organisations to boycott the first International Tamil Writers Conference in Colombo. It was held from 6th of January 2011 ~ 9th of January 2011.
“I have always enjoyed seeing buildings, but seldom enjoyed reading explanations about them ~ as I feel with others, that architecture cannot be totally explained, but must be experienced” ~ Geoffrey Bawa. This quote applies to the world heritage city of Galle and vicinity.
Raavanesan is being performed in the Kooththu tradition ~ a form of theatre particular to the Eastern Province of Sri Lanka
Combination of folk tunes and vigorous dancing to convey the narrative
Cartoon displayed at the BBC World Service : The Forum: After Shock: The LINGERING LEGACY OF CIVIL WAR
BBC World Service : The Forum: After Shock: The LINGERING LEGACY OF CIVIL WAR
"We read their books but excited to meet the authors in person" say the University students from North and East
Festival ~ goers at literary discussion
"I'm pleased to participate in 5th Galle Literary Festival"says Canista Arthie Denicius,Faculty of Arts,University of Jaffna
The festival promotes the aspects of dialogue and diversity which enhances human development
It is performed all through the night in the “Vatta Kalari, (round stage) in the villages
The story of Raavanesan revolves round Raavanan's struggle in keeping up with his stature of heroism in the face of crisis
Raavanesan wants to wage a war, Mandothari opposes
Thushyanthy Balasuntharam is a lecturer of Eastern University if Sri Lanka
The weather keeps changing
Raavanesan is killed;Mandothari mourns
Balmy weather in Galle
Horse ride during the performance
Dr.Sinniah Maunaguru performs as Raavanesan after 45 years
"Women and children suffer as a result of war" laments Mandothari after Raavanesan was killed in a battle
Visitors thronged the venue to view the performance
Engrossed festival ~ goers
Most finest expression by Sujananthi Thairiyanathan who perform as Mandothari
Musicians accompany the performance
Sunila Abeysekera moderates the session after the performance of Raavanesan by Dr.Sinniah Maunaguru
Original Gate ~ Until 1873, this was the only entrance to the Fort. A fine pair of crest can be seen above the arches. On the outside is the British Coat of Arms dating from 1795, and on the inside the VOC Coat of Arms dating from 1669
Kids play with sword and trident used during the Raavanesan play
Music adds colour to the festival
Literature promotes reflection and soul ~ searching
Beautiful words meet beautiful settings
Literature provides learning and entertainment
Men are seen busy reading the newspapers
Words are powerful which can move people
Festival ~ Goers in Galle
Musicians at the festival
Beautiful architecture of Galle Fort
The Light House was built in1939
The Mosque was built in1909
Statue in the Law Courts Square
Sarah Dunant signs her book “Sacred Hearts”
Ceylon Sarong Company stall at the Galle Literary Festival
Winners of a painting competition among school students
2nd runners up of a painting competition among school students
Police protection is given for the 5th Galle Literary Festival
Mobile Cigarette vendor in Galle
Gloomy weather in Galle
Boys play Volleyball in Galle
Festival ~ goers walk along the beach at dusk
Antique shop in Galle
Galle Literary Festival has become firmly established on the world literary circuit
Bicycle is parked near the beach in Galle
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