The lotus has been the symbol of birth in Sri Lanka for the past 2500 years. It has been found in ancient decorative granite inscriptions and has enjoyed pride of place in religion, culture and art. In this logo of the Sri Lanka College of Paediatricians, the silhouette of a child is encircled by twenty-four lotus petals representing round-the-clock medical care and services available towards the welfare of our children, the national treasure of this land. The traditional earthenware pot, the “pun Kalasa” on which the main emblem rests, together with sheaves of coconut flowers surrounding it, depicts prosperity and reiterates that children are the precious jewels of this resplendent isle.