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October 9, 2008 – 1:34 pm

New in April 2013

Sid acts as guide for the Telegraph journalist who produced an article about the north

A new article about our work is published in a national magazine.

See the grounded ship Farah III used by the Tamil Tigers as a firing platform in the civil war.

We attend the second wedding in six months at our Pesali Homestay on Mannar Island.!

New and Unusual Architecture at Jaffna Railway Station below on this page

See the Remote Homestays feature on this page about The Abode in the Knuckles Mountains and Pesali on Mannar island.

And our new Exploring Wildlife section. It features photos taken by Sid who is an expert naturalist. Contact us to arrange a tour or homestay with us.

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Remote Homestays

October 9, 2008 – 1:06 pm

We have two Homestays, both set in glorious scenery: The Abode in the remote Knuckles Mountains and Pesali on Mannar island, which was previous in the middle of the war zone. Both offer the traveller a truly authentic experience. You will live with local people and enjoy village life whichever one you choose!

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Travel and Tips for Avoiding Scams

September 12, 2008 – 3:39 pm

NEW. Latest tips and advice for travel and security in January 2013 and new section about avoiding overcharging. The vast majority of Sri Lankans are decent and offer superb hospitality and for balance we have also included examples of the tremendous welcome you will find away from the tourist areas.

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Village Life at The Abode

September 9, 2008 – 11:50 pm

New: Pirith at The Abode and a unique ceremony to celebrate harvest.
Village people live simply in harmony with the environment, including insects which bite! Read our advice on how to deal with them and about the traditional way of life in remote Buddhist villages of the Knuckles Mountains…

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Treks and Tours

September 9, 2008 – 11:49 pm

At The Abode Trust our eco-tourism and ethical tourism helps provide funding to remote areas. We have short day trips to ancient sites as well as safaris plus arduous treks for the more adventurous – and fit! All are tailor made to suit you and your interests….

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Unusual Architecture

September 9, 2008 – 11:46 pm

Sri Lanka contains many unusual architectural features: temples, stupas, mosques, churches, bombed out buildings and railway stations! Here are some of the most remote, hard to find and little known…. Featuring Jaffna Railway Station

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Beautiful Batticaloa

September 9, 2008 – 11:44 pm

The star of Batticaloa is its beach. Unspoilt, designed for local people to enjoy, without any sign of development, its circular shelters are havens away the heat of the day and a lighthouse stands over it all, proud and simple.

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The NE is Safe

September 9, 2008 – 11:42 pm

The North East of Sri Lanka suffered greatly during the civil war, but it is both safe and tremendously beautiful. We have travelled there since 2009 and can show you the remarkable sites we have discovered which are not on any maps or in any tourist guides.

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Two Weddings!

September 3, 2008 – 5:45 pm

We attend two Tamil Christian Weddings in six months on the remote island of Mannar. This was a unique opportunity to experience traditions that have not changed for centuries……

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Pirith at The Abode

September 3, 2008 – 5:45 pm

In June a ‘Pirith’, a Buddhist ritual, was held at The Abode, to bless the house and the Trust. Please click on the link below for more information: pirith-at-the-abode-updated-301208

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Author Archives: susan

Remote Homestays

Travel and Tips for Avoiding Scams

Village Life at The Abode

Treks and Tours

Unusual Architecture

Beautiful Batticaloa

The NE is Safe

Two Weddings!

Pirith at The Abode

Two Weddings!

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Jaffna, Jewel of the North!

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