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The Sri lankan Historical Photo Archive

Buildings & Cities
Buildings & Cities 196 posts
Nature & Landscape
Nature & Landscape 66 posts
People & Lifestyle
People & Lifestyle 302 posts
Ruins & Religious
Ruins & Religious 74 posts
Prints & Artwork
Prints & Artwork 128 posts
Post-Colonial
Post-Colonial 39 posts
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Native sinhalese villagers near Colombo, Ceylon

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Travel by cart near Kanthale Tank, Ceylon 1897

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A Tamil Lady, Ceylon c1875
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A Tamil Lady, Ceylon c1875

A Tamil Lady, Ceylon c1875 #IMG199

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Prince Street, Colombo, Ceylon 1942

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Busy York Street, Colombo, Ceylon in 1920’s

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Colombo Busy Street Scene, Ceylon 1900s

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Old Dutch Fort at Jaffna c.1910, Ceylon

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Road Scene, Cinnamon Gardens, Colombo

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Hand Crafting Brass metal ornaments, Colombo, Ceylon

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Carriage Maker, Moratuwa, Ceylon

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Image Chatham Street colombo early 1900s

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Early Image of Colombo, Ceylon

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Discover the Stories Behind Every Image

Discover the Lankapura photo archive, a captivating collection of historical photographs of Sri Lanka. Our archive features images dating back from the 1850s to the 1970s, offering a visual journey through the island's rich history. Each Sri Lanka image tells a unique story, preserving moments that reflect the country’s cultural and historical heritage.

Andrée Anon Anuradhapura Apothecaries Ceylon Coffee Ceylon Pictorials Ceylon Tea Colombo Elephant Eye Hospital Francis Fiebig Galle Fort Henry Salt Hospital Jaffna John & Co Kandy Lawton Lionel Wendt Plâté Robert Knox Sadoon Scowen Skeen Uduman VOC William Henry

Explore our growing archive of Sri Lankan photos showcasing rare historic photos and antique photographs of the country. From landscapes to cultural moments, these old pictures of Sri Lanka give you a glimpse into its fascinating past. Join us in preserving and sharing this collection for future generations to enjoy.

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