In traversing down memory lane, though briefly, one cannot help a sense of nostalgia filtering through your mind. Colombo North, the gateway to the metropolitan city, was a sprawling electorate and home to a multi-religious and diverse ethnic population. In this scenario, Kotahena was literally a haven, where the teeming …

It’s a little after 2pm when I arrive at Cinnamon red, situated down Ananda Coomaraswamy Mawatha, Colombo 07. I’m a little surprised that the reception counter is not to be seen anywhere, as soon as I walk into the hotel, and I’m told by the staff at the entrance that …