The Boy on the Bus at JaffnaFeaturesSri Lanka added another feather to its cap of International Endorsements for 2026, winning the People’s Choice Award in the Travel Photographer of the Year awards. This was for a captivating image of the boy on a bus in Jaffna. Sri Lanka was also the destination chosen for the rising talent mentoring programme taking place this May in Galle and Yala, with accommodation provided by Jetwing Hotels an iconic name in the hospitality and sustainability sector of Sri Lanka, along with the Sri Lankan Tourism Bureau who are sponsoring these fantastic first place prizes. The People’s Choice Award for the boy on the bus was a clear winner as everyone voting was captivated by the relatability of the Jaffna boys’ sparkling eyes. Here is what he had to say‘As the sun began to fade, I decided to venture out to Jaffna Bus Station in Sri Lanka.

Source: Sunday Times February 06, 2026 10:39 UTC