Sri Lanka (nation)
Subject
Subject Source: Local sources
Found in 1243 Collections and/or Records:
Item
Newara Eliya, 1907
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 1/117
Scope and Contents
Half-plate (landscape format). From St. Andrews Hotel. Photograph taken in bright sunlight in morning, painting made in heavy rain just before dark. (Fisher).
Dates:
1907
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Newera Eliya, Ceylon, 1880 - 1889
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3022L/127
Scope and Contents
267x203mm. View from the Rambodda Pass looking along the valley, with Nuwera Eliya Lake visible in the distance.
Dates:
1880 - 1889
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Newera Ellia [Nuwara Eliya], from Andrew’s Club 1872, 1872
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y303B/66
Scope and Contents
276 x 212 mm. View looking across the plateau of Nuwara Eliya, with bungalows scattered here and there. Oliphant Cottage is identified in the middle distance at the right. Andrew’s Club is probably what later became the St Andrew’s Hotel, at the north end of the plain and commanding a view over the whole station.
Dates:
1872
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
File
News cuttings, 1973 - 1974
File
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 389/7/8
Scope and Contents
This file contains newspaper cuttings of Smedley in Sri Lanka, 1973-4; copies of ‘The British Bulletin’, January 1973, December 1973, January 1974, and March-April 1974; and the pamphlet, ‘Urgent Priorities for Nation Building: Some Biblical Perspectives’, (Ceylon Bible Society, 1974?).
Dates:
1973 - 1974
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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No. 3 - Breakwater during south west Monsoon, 1895 - 1900
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/PC Ceylon/28
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Series:
Monochrome postcards showing views in Colombo, Kandy and the ruined cities of Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa, published by Platé Ltd.
Dates:
1895 - 1900
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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No. 3 Tunnel, 1867
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y303A/16
Scope and Contents
164 x 213 mm. View looking along the track towards the tunnel (137 yards). See note at Y303A/10.
Dates:
1867
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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No. 4 Tunnel, 1867
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y303A/13
Scope and Contents
209 x 163 mm. View looking along the line as it curves towards the mouth of No. 4 Tunnel.
Dates:
1867
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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No. 9 Tunnel, 1867
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y303A/25
Scope and Contents
157 x 95 mm. View looking along the line past an overhanging rock outcrop towards the mouth of Tunnel No. 9 (30 yards), ‘The photograph of Tunnel No. 9 is not only striking as a picture of rock scenery; but for the wonderfully accurate portraiture of the open mouth, head and forepart of a black bear represented in shade on the face of the overhanging precipice’, (p. 12).
Dates:
1867
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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No. 10. A street scene, Colombo, 1895 - 1900
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/PC Ceylon/34
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Series:
Monochrome postcards showing views in Colombo, Kandy and the ruined cities of Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa, published by Platé Ltd.
Dates:
1895 - 1900
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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No. 11. Kayman's Gate, Pettah, 1895 - 1900
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/PC Ceylon/31
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Series:
Monochrome postcards showing views in Colombo, Kandy and the ruined cities of Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa, published by Platé Ltd.
Dates:
1895 - 1900
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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No. 17. Moonlight through the palms, 1895 - 1900
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/PC Ceylon/54
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Series:
Monochrome postcards showing views in Colombo, Kandy and the ruined cities of Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa, published by Platé Ltd.
Dates:
1895 - 1900
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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No. 17 - The New Peradeniya Bridge, 1920 - 1929
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/PC India/131
Scope and Contents
The postcard is addressed to 'Miss Gillian Dold', London, and is signed 'Daddy'.
Dates:
1920 - 1929
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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No. 24. Kandy, round the Lake, 1895 - 1900
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/PC Ceylon/42
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Series:
Monochrome postcards showing views in Colombo, Kandy and the ruined cities of Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa, published by Platé Ltd.
Dates:
1895 - 1900
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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No. 32. Rickshaw and bullock hackery, Colombo, 1895 - 1900
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/PC Ceylon/36
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Series:
Monochrome postcards showing views in Colombo, Kandy and the ruined cities of Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa, published by Platé Ltd.
Dates:
1895 - 1900
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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No. 33. Colombo - Main Street, 1900
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/PC Ceylon/15
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Series:
Monochrome postcards, mainly of Colombo scenes, published by W.H.L. Skeen and Co.
Dates:
1900
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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No. 36. Kandy Lake, 1895 - 1900
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/PC Ceylon/43
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Series:
Monochrome postcards showing views in Colombo, Kandy and the ruined cities of Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa, published by Platé Ltd.
Dates:
1895 - 1900
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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No. 47. Colombo [Grand Oriental Hotel], 1900
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/PC Ceylon/17
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Series:
Monochrome postcards, mainly of Colombo scenes, published by W.H.L. Skeen and Co.
Dates:
1900
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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No. 57. Colombo Breakwater, 1900
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/PC Ceylon/13
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Series:
Monochrome postcards, mainly of Colombo scenes, published by W.H.L. Skeen and Co.
Dates:
1900
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
Item
No. 79. Street scene in Pettah, Colombo, 1895 - 1900
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/PC Ceylon/32
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Series:
Monochrome postcards showing views in Colombo, Kandy and the ruined cities of Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa, published by Platé Ltd.
Dates:
1895 - 1900
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
Item
No. 84. Dhoby in Colombo Lake, 1895 - 1900
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/PC Ceylon/37
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Series:
Monochrome postcards showing views in Colombo, Kandy and the ruined cities of Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa, published by Platé Ltd.
Dates:
1895 - 1900
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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No. 86. York Street, Colombo, 1895 - 1900
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/PC Ceylon/30
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Series:
Monochrome postcards showing views in Colombo, Kandy and the ruined cities of Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa, published by Platé Ltd.
Dates:
1895 - 1900
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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No. 88. Double bullock cart, Colombo, 1895 - 1900
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/PC Ceylon/35
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Series:
Monochrome postcards showing views in Colombo, Kandy and the ruined cities of Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa, published by Platé Ltd.
Dates:
1895 - 1900
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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No. 89. - The Native Quarter, Slave Island, Colombo [historic title], 1895 - 1900
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/PC Ceylon/33
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Series:
Monochrome postcards showing views in Colombo, Kandy and the ruined cities of Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa, published by Platé Ltd.
Dates:
1895 - 1900
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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No. 92. Colpetty Road, showing Colombo Club, 1895 - 1900
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/PC Ceylon/29
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Series:
Monochrome postcards showing views in Colombo, Kandy and the ruined cities of Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa, published by Platé Ltd.
Dates:
1895 - 1900
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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No. 102. Chatham Street, Colombo, 1900
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/PC Ceylon/16
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Series:
Monochrome postcards, mainly of Colombo scenes, published by W.H.L. Skeen and Co.
Dates:
1900
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).