The Aukana Buddha statue which is among the tallest Buddha images in the world tops the travel itinerary of visitors to Sri Lanka. Here enjoying the serenity of the site are a group of tourists preparing to offer flowers at the foot of the statue.

by Ranga Jayasuriya

The LTTE's internal discussions on the Government's Interim Administrative proposals will continue till the end of this month, a LTTE spokesman said.
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LTTE to assist Madhu pilgrims

by Anton Gunasekera

The LTTE high command has given a firm assurance to the Bishop of Mannar Rev.Dr.Rayuppu Joseph that its cadres have been instructed to render every possible assistance to the needs and exigencies of an estimated 350,000 pilgrim devotees who will be heading for their annual festival of Our Lady of Madhu on August 15.
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