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'Take Another Look at Negombo'
Known to many as "Little Rome" and situated just North of Colombo, it is said that the name was derived from the Sinhala word for Honeycomb (meewadaya).
Negombo itself is a hive of activity due to the crowded "Bazaar". Nevertheless, the peaceful palm-fringed lagoon and the seashore bring about a quiet charm to this seemingly endless stretch of golden sand with its shady palm trees and catamarans tempting many tourists to stay on further than they had planned. Which is manifested by the saying "Go Negombo".

For the many wanderers there are the remains of an old Dutch Fort dating back to 1682, as well as the many Churches of Dutch origin and architecture.

There are also a number of Dutch Burghers who are inhabitants and there is also a strong foothold on Roman Catholic Faith.

You've got to travel on one of the oldest modes of transport in order to have a glimpse of the small villages.

Travelling on a bike along the gravel road along side the sea would enable you to witness many local crafts and activities that are still pretty much evident in the region.

The beaches in Negombo are unpolluted now, which would make it the perfect getaway for the holiday seeker who could experience a picturesque countryside by the allay shore and the tranquillity of the surroundings which tempts one to linger on.

It's been nearly three decades ago that investment of Blue Oceanic Beach Hotel in Negombo took place which gave rise to one of the biggest hotel chain groups in South Asia, that being Jetwing Hotels. This has grown progressively and now Jetwing Hotels own and manage 16 hotels, whilst, at Negombo it tallies to seven hotels.

From Today, TV Times in collaboration with Jetwing will bring another exciting Travel Competition specially for the TV Times readers. All you have to do is to answer the simple questions on the Coupon No. 1 and post it on a post card to Negombo Travel Quiz No 1, C/o TV Times , No 8. Hunupitiya Cross Road, Colombo -1 .

The entries should reach us on or before July 15 .
Lucky two winners will get two gift vouchers to spend a weekend at a Jetwing Hotel.

Dream Team at the Bliss
Popular band 'Dream Team' will star at the 'Bliss Pub & Restaurant' on July 11 and 18 together with the upcoming rock band 'TAUNT'.

'Taunt' is a new-comer to the scene led by Dylan. They play rock-contemporary and new, and capable of catering to all rock fans.

'Taunt' comprises Dylan, Rannon, Avon, Roshan and Chadimal.

Dream Team comprises Sajith on lead vocals, Ashan on keyboards, Melantha on bass, Dinesh on drums and Chaturanga on guitar.

Malcolm Perera, the manager of Dream Team is back from Dubai at the moment and will be looking for much aggressive ways in promoting the band in the near future.

Lanka's top stars in action in Kandy
Mega musical show will come alive at the Dharmaraja College Auditorium on July 12 with a galaxy of Lankan stars in action.

This much anticipated event will bring together "Sohan and the X' periments", Annesley Malawana, Indrani Perera, Anil Bharathi, Ronnie Leitch, Baby Shanika and Ginger to ensure an unforgettable night of pure entertainment. The show would bring back Shoan and the X'periments to Kandy after five years and would also be Annesley's second show in Kandy after the successful 'Stars of the '70's Show' in 2001.

Clifford Richard will compere the show and Channa Wijewardene's dance troupe will provide the choreography.

The organisers Golden Key, who have a successful entertainment history ensures that this show would rank as the best of the season. Under the "Show Biz" concept Golden Key brought down renowned international stars such as Boney-M, Richard Clayderman, Imagination/Brotherhood of Man/Charlie's Aunt, Cool Notes, Jesse Elvis Ashley, The Three Degrees, Whailers and it Runs In The Family.

The Law-Asia '93 Gala Bazar and the World XI Cricket Tournament were also among the events organized in the early 1990's.

"Golden Key hopes to organize several entertainment shows with the participation of foreign groups, in the near future," said Mr. Orville Pereira, Assistant General Manager, Credit Card Division of the Golden Key Credit Card Company.

'Darkness to Light': New Gospel Music CD
Businessman turned Gospel singer Rohan Pieris released his debut Compact Disc and Audio Cassette from 'Darkness to Light' consisting of twelve inspirational songs, recently at the St. Joseph's College Auditorium

Archbishop Rt. Rev Dr. Oswald Gomis graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. Rohan has penned all the songs in the CD based on Gospel teachings.

It was his opinion that this kind of song would particularly help the youth. He also traced the history of music in general and church music in particular.

The Archbishop launched the album of songs with his pastoral blessings after which the songs were sung by Rohan with music provided by 'Cosmic Rays'.
The event was compered by Dr. Vijaya Corea to a packed audience of over thousand invitees.

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