Ananda College, Buddhist school in Maradana, Colombo, Sri Lanka
Ananda College is a boys' school in Maradana offering primary and secondary education across multiple academic buildings and sports facilities on a large campus. The institution serves male students from elementary through secondary levels.
Henry Steel Olcott founded the school in 1886 as the English Buddhist School with just 37 students, officially registering it in 1889. It grew into an established educational institution for Colombo's Buddhist community.
The school was established by the Buddhist community and continues to reflect this spiritual foundation in its daily life. The Viharaya with its Buddha statue serves as a spiritual center for students and staff.
Visitors can explore the campus, view sports facilities and the spiritual Viharaya, especially during events and matches. The best time to visit is during annual gatherings or when major cricket competitions take place.
The annual Ananda-Nalanda cricket match, known as the Battle of the Maroons, has been played since 1924 and produced numerous players for the national team over the decades. This game remains legendary in local sports culture.
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