Arippu Doric Bunglow- deterioration in two centuries

 

 

The Doric as it was in use at the beginning of 19th century - After Cordiner 1807

 

 

 The Doric as it was at the beginning of the 20th century- This photo was taken in 1902 by WA Herdman, with Captain JW Donnan in the foreground. Donnan was a pioneering inspector of the pearl banks of the island and served best. By this time, though the building was abandoned, taking the bearings in directions to the boats was helpful.

 

 

 

Doric as it was in the 21 century - Photo by Thilanka Siriwardana. Taken in 2021 during the research excavation done near to the builduing.