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Maritime Heritage of Lanka: Ancient Ports and Harbours explores Sri Lanka’s pivotal role in the maritime networks of the ancient world. Drawing on archaeology, history, geography, biology and archival sources, this richly illustrated volume reveals how the island’s ports and harbours connected it to global trade, religion and culture. With contributions from eminent scholars, it offers rare insights into chronicles, inscriptions, maps and travellers’ accounts, complemented by striking contemporary photography that brings the island’s seafaring legacy to life.
Published by The National Trust Sri Lanka, this authoritative work is an essential resource for historians, researchers, and all those fascinated by the island’s enduring place in world history.
Maritime Heritage of Lanka: Ancient Ports and Harbours
PRODUCT INFO
Authors: Nimal De Silva, Anslem de Silva, Somasiri Devendra, Asha de Vos, Ashley de Vos, Malik Fernando, Sarala Fernando, Brendon Gooneratne, Asiff Hussein, Frederick Medis, Rasika Muthucumarana, H. Nimal Perera, Merlin Peris, Rohan Pethiyagoda, Kavan Ranatunga, Roland Silva, W. I. Siriweera, Raj Somadeva, M. U. A. Tennakoon and Rohan Wickramsinghe
Maritime Heritage of Lanka uncovers the story of Sri Lanka’s ancient ports and harbours, central to Indian Ocean trade and cultural exchange. The book brings together research from archaeology, history and science, enriched with archival records and stunning images. It is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the island’s maritime past and global connections.
Publisher: The National Trust Sri Lanka
Originally published in 2013
2019 Reprint Edition