Buddhist Temples in US Cities: Find Your Sangha
Picture this: You step off a bustling street in Los Angeles, the city's noise instantly replaced by the low hum of chanting and the scent of sandalwo...
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Amara De Silva
Culture & Lifestyle Editor
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Amara writes about Sri Lankan culture, traditions, home life, and lifestyle. She covers festivals, food, customs, and everyday living on the island.
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I write to celebrate Sri Lankan culture and help families with practical lifestyle advice.
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Articles by Amara De Silva
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Sinhala & Tamil in US Schools: A Parent's Guide
Have you ever watched your child effortlessly switch to English with their friends, only to stumble over a simple Sinhala or Tamil phrase with their...
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Culture Shock in America for Sri Lankans: A Guide
Have you ever found yourself smiling politely while an American colleague gets straight to business, leaving you wondering if you've somehow offended...
Read moreSend gifts to Sri Lanka from Aus/NZ: Daraz, local couriers, and duty-free hacks.
Option 1: The E-commerce Hack - Shop Local in Sri Lanka Instead of shipping a gift from Australia or New Zealand, you can buy it directly from an onl...
Read moreSponsoring parents to Australia/NZ from Sri Lanka: Points, costs, and timeline 2026.
Overview: Bringing Your Sri Lankan Parents to Australia vs. New Zealand For many Sri Lankans living abroad, bringing Amma and Thaththa to join them i...
Read moreBest Places to Live in Sri Lanka for Expats (2024)
Have you ever scrolled through photos of Sri Lankan beaches, thinking, "I could live there," only to be paralyzed by the question of where? You see t...
Read moreColombo Suburbs 2026: Buy or Rent? Price Guide
I was driving down the High-Level Road last week, past the familiar turn-off to Nugegoda, and something struck me. The skyline is changing almost ove...
Read moreInsurance for Sri Lankan families back home: Critical illness and life cover from abroad.
The Expat’s Promise: Protecting Your Family’s Future in Sri Lanka Working abroad often means sending money home to support loved ones. While these fun...
Read moreGrade 5, O/L & A/L Exam Guide Sri Lanka: Subject-wise Tips & Strategies
Conquering the Grade 5 Scholarship Exam: A Foundation for Success The Grade 5 Scholarship Examination is often the first significant academic ch...
Read moreHow to Choose a School in Sri Lanka: A Parent's Guide
Decoding the Curriculum: Local vs. International Pathways One of the most fundamental decisions you'll make is choosing between the local Sri La...
Read moreThe Parent's Guide to Balancing Academics, Sports & Mental Health
Building the Foundation: Communication and Setting Priorities Before you can effectively balance the demands of tuition, sports schedules, and you...
Read moreBest O/L & A/L Tuition Classes & Online Platforms in Sri Lanka (2024)
Top-Rated Physical Tuition Classes in Major Cities While online learning offers unmatched flexibility, traditional physical tuition classes remain a...
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