Sri Lanka surpassed the 100,000 mark in tourist arrivals for the month of May 2024. According to provisional data released by the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA), a total of 108,665 tourists visited the island nation in May, bringing the total number of arrivals from January to May 2024 to 893,316. India leads as […]

Sri Lanka, the lush island nation in the Indian Ocean, is famed for its verdant landscapes, rich culture, and delicious tropical fruits. Among its botanical treasures, the King Coconut stands out as a golden icon of refreshment and health. Known locally as “Thambili,” this vibrant orange coconut is not just a thirst quencher; it’s a […]

Origins and Historical Significance Kandyan dance, known locally as “Uda Rata Natum,” traces its roots back to the Kandyan Kingdom era, particularly flourishing during the reign of King Kirthi Sri Rajasinghe (1747-1781). It was initially performed in the courts and temples as a sacred ritual to invoke the blessings of the gods and ensure prosperity […]

The resplendent island nestled in the Indian Ocean; Sri Lanka is a kaleidoscope of experiences waiting to be explored. Whatever the purpose of your trip is, Sri Lanka has something for every traveller. Let’s uncover the treasures of this enchanting island nation suggested by Mario Stubbs, Managing Director, The Serendipity Collection. Source: https://www.news18.com/lifestyle/travel-2024-top-7-things-to-do-in-sri-lanka-8904333.html

While well known for its sparkling shores, Sri Lanka is so much more than sipping on king coconuts to the sound of the sea. Avid ramblers can take on the 22-day, 300km Pekoe Trail from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya, while wildlife enthusiasts can explore the island’s national parks, replete with leopard sightings and relaxing boat […]

Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts is delighted to share that its two resorts in Sri Lanka, Cinnamon Lodge Habarana and Habarana Village by Cinnamon, have earned the prestigious “Traveller’s Choice Award 2024” from TripAdvisor. This honor ranks them among the top 10% of hotels globally, a testament to their outstanding hospitality and customer satisfaction. The award, […]

The leading blue-chip conglomerate, Aitken Spence PLC achieved robust fourth-quarter results, significantly contributing to an improved financial performance for the 2023/2024 fiscal year. The Group reported a strong PBT of Rs. 4.8 billion with a growth of 412%. During Q4 the Group reported an impressive EBITDA (earnings inclusive of equity accounted investees, before interest expenses, […]

Aitken Spence Travels is delighted to partner for Horizon: Sri Lanka, a premier travel industry event, taking place on June 3rd, 2024, in Colombo by dnata Travel Group. ‘Horizon: Sri Lanka’ will take place this June as dnata and Emirates Holidays report 200% increase in bookings to the country in 2024 Dubai, UAE, 30th May 2024: […]

By Ama H. Vanniarachchy This week, Sri Lanka and many Theravada Buddhist countries in South and Southeast Asia and various Buddhist communities across the globe celebrated Vesak as the most important religious festival. Buddhists celebrate Vesak Full Moon Day as it is believed the birth of Gautama Buddha happened ona Vesak Full Moon Poya Day. The post The evolution of the lantern appeared first on Ceylon Today.

Exploring the history of Ruwanweliseya, the Maha Stupa of Sri Lanka By Ama H. Vanniarachchy The ceremonial placing of the first construction stone of the Maha Stupa was held in the month of Esala, according to the Mahavamsa. At the auspicious time, the king – all adorned in royal attire and precious jewels and accompanied The post Anuradhapura: The city of Anuradha (Part XIV) appeared first on Ceylon Today.

Untold secrets of our food By Ama H. Vanniarachchy Food, a significant and essential aspect of culture, brings people together and unites communities. Food is also about cultural identity and pride. A distinctive and complex culture is woven around food and that is called food culture. Food culture is a set of collective practices, myths, The post The stories of rice (Part IV) appeared first on Ceylon Today.

By Ama H. Vanniarachchy Leonardo da Vinci, an outstanding masterminded painter, has fascinated the world with his extraordinarily exceptional talent through his work. His ‘Mona Lisa’ is unarguably the world’s most famous, most valued, and most loved painting of the modern world. ‘Mona Lisa’ is a work of art and science, created by a genius. The post A mysterious masterpiece by a genius (Part I) appeared first on Ceylon Today.