The Past of the Present is in the Future of the Now

  A Slow Unfolding of Sri Lanka : 27 January – 4 February 2026 Day 1 | Delhi to Colombo – The First Breath of the Island Every journey begins long before the flight takes off. Ours began in the quiet hours of the morning, when Delhi was still yawning. As Sri Lankan Airlines lifted us into the sky, there was a subtle shift from urgency to more towards surrender. I have undertaken many journeys before. Again, this time, too, I was not sure if peace and surrender could ever be achieved. Colombo welcomed us with warmth. Ranjith, our guide, was there with his team and garlands. Palms swayed lazily, the air carried a salt-kissed softness and time(mind) immediately seemed to loosen its grip. The drive to the hotel was smooth. The city was clean, the skies were blue and the AQI was teasingly friendly. The rest of the day was intentionally left unplanned which was a wise decision. Travel, like meditation, needs space. We rested, observed and let Sri Lanka gently introduce herself. Towards t...