Ceylon, Resplendent Land

Duration: 22

Year Published: 1961

Creator: Russell Bailey Productions

Format: 16mm

Color: Color

Description: Portrays the overall geographical and physical characteristics of Ceylon. Depicts the people as they harvest the coconut palm, as they fish, as they play, and as they worship. shows a typical group of aboriginal Veddahs. Discusses the problmes of the increasing population , the lack of industry, and the flactuating demands for its main export crops. Shows the life and customs of the people at Buddhist celebration and at an exhibition of Kandyan dancing.