Kechimalai Mosque is located at the end of the Port of Beruwala on a rocky surface. This mosque is believed to be built in the 1024AD by the Muslim community of the area as a place worship. The building has followed the architectural style of the Middle East. With a history dating back to several generations, Kechimalai Mosque is believed to be the place where a vessel came ashore with a family of royals who initiated the local community.
Ganegoda Katharagama Dewalaya is a significant historical site situated between the Mahaweli River and the Nillambe Stream in the Gampaha District, Sri Lanka. The Devalaya was built during the Gampola era and is associated with the Kandyan period. It stands amidst a paddy field on a beautiful plateau. Dikgeya - The outer chamber, Antharalaya - The inner chamber, Garbha Vimanaya - The sanctum, Atuwa - The kitchen, Palle Devalaya - A subsidiary shrine are the composite structure of the Dewalaya. It's believed that King Kirthi Sri Rajasinghe offered his golden head ornament and jewelry box to this temple. The temple holds cultural and religious importance, and its serene surroundings make it a peaceful place to visit. Legends connect it to significant events, including a vow taken by King Rajasinghe II before the Battle of Gannoruwa against the Portuguese invaders.
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In Colombo, Sri Lanka, there is a multipurpose stadium called Sugathadasa Stadium. At the moment, football, rugby union, and athletics are played there. There is a hotel there as well as 25,000 seats in the stadium. It was opened on 16 December 1962. Renovated to increase capacity to 50,000 during 2024-2026. Sugathadasa Stadium hosted the South Asian Games in both 1991 and 2006. The bulk of the 2010 AFC Challenge Cup matches were also held there. Here were the 2010 IIFA Awards. In 2012, the Elite Football League of India called the stadium home. The Asian Athletics Championships were held there in 2002.
