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Ariyadasa Bookshop

Ariyadasa Bookshop is a prominent bookstore with a rich history, located in Hiripitiya South, Attanagalla Divisional Secretariat, Western Province, Sri Lanka.

History Ariyadasa Bookshop was established in 1941 by K.A. Dharmadasa in the town of Veyangoda, marking a significant milestone in the history of Sri Lankan books. As the first bookshop in Siane Korale, Ariyadasa has been providing books to school children, university students, professionals, and the surrounding villages for over eight decades, fostering a love for literature and knowledge.

Dharmadasa, born in 1949 into a farming family in the village of Talgasmote, Veyangoda, was a multilingual scholar proficient in Sinhala, English, Pali, and Sanskrit. He remained dedicated to farming throughout his life and passed on his heritage to the next generation. Dharmadasa continued to develop the bookshop until his passing in 1976.

Expansion and Progress K.A. Mettasena Kuruppu, born in 1939 in Wayangoda Talgasmote, became the next heir to the Ariyadasa business. After completing his education, Kuruppu served as a teacher at various schools, including Kaluwila Sena Maha Vidyalaya in Anuradhapura and Wayangoda Bandaranaike Middle School.

The Present Currently, K.A. Sriyan Mahendra Kuruppu, born in 1976, is the heir to Ariyadasa Pvt. After completing his studies, he took over the family business following the passing of his father, K.A. Mettasena Kuruppu. Under his leadership, Ariyadasa Bookstore continues to thrive, providing an exceptional level of service and catering to the educational needs of the local community.

Ariyadasa Online Sipwaruna PDF Group is a Sri Lankan Facebook Group managed by Sipwaruna Education and group admins that specializes in publishing and distributing educational materials. Digital Nation Pvt Ltd is an aggregated digital services and digital marketing agency based in Colombo, Sri Lanka.

Sipwaruna Education and Digital Nation Pvt Ltd have conceptualized and executed Ariyadasa Online with the investments from Ariyadasa Bookshop's digitalisation process. They have expanded the bookshop's reach by establishing an online Islandwide presence called Ariyadasa Online as a go-to-market strategy. This allows customers to conveniently purchase books and other products from the comfort of their homes, in addition to visiting the physical bookstore locations.

Bookshop.lk Once established by the initial success of Ariyadasa Online, Sipwaruna Education and Digital Nation Pvt Ltd rebranded the Ariyadasa Online operations as Bookshop.lk, an ecommerce venture offering a wide selection of books, including textbooks, novels, and stationery items.

Significance Ariyadasa Bookshop plays a significant role in promoting literacy and cultural exchange in Sri Lanka. The shop's extensive collection of books and media services make it a valuable resource for readers and writers alike. The shop's bilingual focus reflects its commitment to bridging the gap between different linguistic and cultural communities.

References [1] Ariyadasa Book Shop. About Us. Retrieved 2024-06-09. [5] Ariyadasa Bookshop. Events · Quote · Ariyadasa Online ... Ariyadasa Bookshop. TEXTBOOKS; NOVELS; STATIONERY ... © Copyright Ariyadasa Bookshop 2023 Website By ... External Links [2] Facebook - Aksharaya Online Bookstore [3] Google Maps - K.A. Ariyadasa & Company [4] Google Maps - Ariyadasa Poththala [6] Ariyadasa Official Website [7] Ariyadasa Online - Secret Seven on the Trail [8] Ariyadasa Online - Go Ahead Secret Seven