Project- Thalathuoya

Arrived at the project site on Saturday and met with Lasanda, our inn-country agent.  The team have found out that they will be helping to construct a pavillion for the local community.

Thalathuoya is a small village approximately 30mins outside of Kandy.  The community is only 200 strong.  The team met with the head of the village - a man who can influence the job prospects of the villagers.

We found out a bit about the thirty years wat between the Tamils and Sri Lankans.  Things were so bad that our in-country agent's son hadn''t travelled on public transport.  Fortunately, the local village didn"t suffer too badly as a result of the conflict.

The foundations of the pavillion have beem built and we will aim to add the roof; build steps and landscape the ground.

Next Chapter

Over the past few days we have enjoyed the peaceful streets of Dambulla and then the hectic slums of Kandy. We climbed Sigiriya Rock, which produced a clear panoramic view of the local landscape. We enjoyed some very unique and authenti

c Sinhales food, for example string hoppers, curries and exotic fruits, such as Jack fruit.  We have visited local markets in Kandy and haggled lots of bargains.  On the way to Kandy we visited a local spice garden where we tasted various local spices.

Matthew, Ross & Gavin

Arrived

The team arrived at about 4pm yesterday - it is very hot.  Everyone was tired from the long trip but a dip in the pool and/sea worked wonders.

First curry of the trip was a gorgeous pork curry which had several accompanying vegetable dishes.

Off to Dambulla to visit the caves later today and tomorrow.

Team 3 - Our Sri Lankan Adventure, 2016

Welcome to the blog of Team 3 - Bell Baxter HS - as we embark on our Sri Lankan adventure.  We won't be able to make a post every day but we will publish something when we get the chance.  We hope you will all enjoy our expedition with us!


Arron, Gavin, Connor, Ross, Matthew, Melissa, Morven, Freya, Mhairi, Anna, Phoebe, Rory, Finlay, Jamie, Innes, Mandy (school staff), Carol (school staff) & Adam (EL).