Sri Lanka on July 22

This is 22nd of July. It is day 203 of the year. As of today, there are 162 days left until the end of the year. The island nation, with its cultural heritage and pivotal role in global history, has witnessed numerous defining moments throughout the centuries. From ancient kingdoms and colonial rule to modern independence and national transformation, the country's history is a tapestry of triumphs, struggles, and remarkable achievements. If you are curious about the most important and notable 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

• 1823 – Daniel Warren Poor, an American Presbyterian missionary and educator, founded Batticotta Seminary in Jaffna.
• 2011 – The British Garrison Cemetery, also known as Kandy Garrison Cemetery, was declared an archaeological protected monument by the government.
• 2022 – Tensions rose as the Armed Forces stormed anti-government protest sites at Galle Face Green to clear the Presidential Secretariat and its main entrance of demonstrators, forcibly removing them from the premises.

International observance

• Pi Approximation Day