December 20

This is 20th of December. It is day 354 of the year. As of today, there are 11 days left until the end of the year. If you are curious about the historical footprint of Sri Lanka, let us delve into more On This Day events to uncover fascinating tidbits from the nation's history that covers for 365 days.

Today’s Highlight

• 1845 – Slavery was completely abolished in Ceylon by law.
• 2000 – The Mirusuvil massacre in Jaffna district led to the deaths of 8 people.
• 2008 – Nadunkerni in Vavuniya District was liberated by the Sri Lanka Army from the LTTE.

International observance

• International Human Solidarity Day