ICOMOS Sri Lanka
ICOMOS Sri Lanka is the ‘National Committee’ of the International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS).
ICOMOS was created in 1965 and works for the conservation and protection of cultural heritage places.
ICOMOS Sri Lanka National Heritage List
Sri Lanka has a rich and diverse cultural heritage ranging from the pre-historic period to modern times. It consists of humble pre-historic cave dwellings to storied royal palaces, megalithic burials to gigantic stupas, ornamental ponds to man-made great tanks, gardens to panoramic landscapes, etc., which are rapidly disappearing from our land and are also not considered for protection. The properties with heritage values will be listed in ICOMOS Sri Lanka’s National Heritage List. Once the nominations are received by the ICOMOS Sri Lanka Secretariat, they will be evaluated by two committees. The Technical Evaluation Committee is appointed by the Council of ICOMOS Sri Lanka, and with their recommendations, the information shall be forwarded to the Scientific Committee, which is also appointed by the Council of ICOMOS Sri Lanka, whose task is to make the final recommendations to the Council of ICOMOS Sri Lanka regarding the nominations of heritage properties to be inscribed on the ICOMOS Sri Lanka National Heritage List.
ICOMOS Sri Lanka Events
Beyond Dr. Roland Silva Charting New Frontiers in Sri Lanka’s Cultural Heritage.
Call for Registration
CCF–ICOMOS National Conference 2025
The Central Cultural Fund (CCF), in collaboration with ICOMOS Sri Lanka, is proud to host the National Conference 2025 to commemorate the 35th anniversary of the historic election of Dr. Roland Silva as the first Asian to the position of the President of ICOMOS International.
Drawing inspiration from Dr. Silva’s enduring legacy, this two-day conference will explore emerging frontiers in cultural heritage conservation and management. It aims to foster dialogue on innovative strategies, evolving responsibilities, and collaborative approaches to safeguard Sri Lanka’s rich and diverse heritage for future generations.
With over 60 research papers to be presented in parallel sessions by academics and professionals from across the Island (from Jaffna to the South), this event promises to be a vibrant platform for learning, discussion, networking, and collaboration.
The Hon. Prime Minister and the Hon. Minister of Buddhasasana, Religious and Cultural Affairs will grace the ceremonial inauguration on 25 October 2025.
Call for Registration : CCF–ICOMOS National Conference 2025
Beyond Dr. Roland Silva: Charting New Frontiers in Sri Lanka’s Cultural Heritage
25–26 October 2025, Sri Lanka Foundation, Colombo 07
Who Can Attend? Open to academics, heritage professionals, independent researchers, university students, and the general public interested in the future of cultural heritage in Sri Lanka and beyond.
Registration Details:
• Fee: Rs. 10,000.00 (for both days) (Includes access to all sessions, conference kit, lunches, and refreshments)
• Registration Deadline: 21th October 2025
• Seats are limited – Registration will close once capacity is reached. We encourage early registration to secure your place.
Register now,
ICOMOS Sri Lanka Monthly Lecture – October 2025
You are warmly invited to the next Public Lecture of ICOMOS Sri Lanka.
Speaker: Prof. Wasana De Silva, Department of Architecture, University of Moratuwa
Topic: Sacred Landscape and Agriculture in Anuradhapura Heritage City
Date: Thursday, 09th October 2025
Time: 6.00 p.m.
Venue: Auditorium, Postgraduate Institute of Archaeology (PGIAR)
