Yala - 2015

There are a few seasons a year Yala is exciting and even during the correct season you have to go at the correct time to spot the Leopards and Bears. Well 3pm wasn’t the best time to go on the safari at Yala.

Elephant Rock in the background of the Lake

A frog eaten alive

Crocodile

Urban Walterland Park

The Urban Waterland Park better known as the Weli Park at Nawala was opened some time ago but I have never been there until 23rd May 2015. It’s much smaller in size compared to Broad Walk but much different to that.

Jogging Track

I had no idea they have put an Armored Personal Carrier (BMP T-86) in the park. It is an old scary looking rusted machine but still the main frame is in good shape.

Armored Personal Carrier (BMP T-86) - Front View

Armored Personal Carrier (BMP T-86) - Back View

Armored Personal Carrier (BMP T-86) - Back Entrance

Vesak 2015

Compared to the previous year’s this time the Vesak decorations were much less almost everywhere. We visited the Gangarama Temple area and the crowd was significantly less. Maybe everyone expected the same decoration and avoided the trouble going there. And it was nothing more than the same decorations as previous years – if not lesser.

Fireworks at Beira Lake

Boats on Beira Lake

Vesak Thorana

PAYE Tax 2015

Sri Lanka Income Tax or the PAYE Tax has been revised from April 2015 onwards. Below is a link to calculate your PAYE tax.

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Winners and Losers in 2015 Formula 1 Season

It might be too early to say who the real winners and losers are in Formula 1 this year, but by looking at the first 2 races you can say a few things. It’s clear that McLaren are far away from getting any good outcome, and Alonso is a big loser with the switch from Ferrari to McLaren. Ferrari on the other hand is looking well with Vettel. It might a Mercedes strategy error that cost them the victory but overall Ferrari is coming strong. RedBull is another loser in the game and so as Lotus.

Architect 2015

This is the first time I’m visiting an Architecture exhibition; however the one at BMICH wasn’t really what I was expecting. It was more towards interior, accessories, etc… The only building architecture plans and models were displayed by the students of the University of Moratuwa.

The only real highlight for me was the Aluminum Pantry Cupboards, the finishing and the quality was very impressive. The price also compared to wooden cupboards and especially considering the long term use I would think this is the way forward.

McLaren-Honda

We have seen how successful the McLaren-Honda partnership has been in the past in Formula 1. In 2015 they have again joined hands but this time it will be a tough challenge as Honda has not been an engine supplier for many years. I would like to think this as more of an early gamble for next year rather than expecting anything big for 2015.