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In Sri Lanka, lies a hidden gem in the world of desserts – the enchanting combination of curd and treacle. This harmonious blend of creamy buffalo curd and rich, golden treacle creates a dessert that is not only delectable but also steeped in tradition. The Origins: Curd, or “Mee kiri” in Sinhala, holds an elevated […]
Jetwing Hotels and Villas introduces its latest addition to the eclectic portfolio, Jetwing Galle Heritage Home. The exclusive and private villa is a lovingly restored traditional Southern Sri Lankan manor, nestled in the historic city of Galle. Drawing inspiration from the nation’s very own rich architectural heritage, the heritage villa has been meticulously restored to […]
You might never have thought of going to Sri Lanka for bird-watching, but it’s always a good idea to heed the advice of the locals – even the ancient ones. About 5,000 years ago, at what is now Kurullangala Prehistoric Cave Art Site, an unknown artist sketched the native peacocks. The depictions are so accurate […]
Renowned Indian actor and director Prabhu Deva has set foot in Sri Lanka to film a song sequence for his upcoming movie ‘Musasi’ under the directorial guidance of Sam Rodrigues. The actor, dubbed ‘India’s Michael Jackson’, was greeted warmly by Sri Lankan fans when he arrived at the Shangri La Colombo. Just last week, Sri […]
metro.co.uk: While working on serene beaches or by tranquil pools was once a dream for many, it’s now very much a reality. Working remotely is surging in popularity and, as a result, a growing number of countries are now offering digital nomad visas to entice people over. For those not clued-up, these particular visas allow […]
Galle Fort in Sri Lanka is one of the largest and oldest European-era forts in South and Southeast Asia, built by the Portuguese in 1588 and later fortified by the Dutch before British occupation. Galle, a busy port since ancient times, had a long colonial history with Portuguese, Dutch, and British dominance, shaping its architectural […]
Imagine you are sitting on a boat with nothing around you but the blue waters of the ocean stretching as far as the eyes can see, and suddenly, you see a humpback whale breaching and spouting water from its blowhole, just existing freely in its natural habitat. Just the idea of witnessing something like this […]
More than 920,000 foreign tourists came to Sri Lanka this year so far, marking a revival in the tourism industry. According to the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA), 927,214 foreign tourists have visited Sri Lanka by September 6. In the first six days of this month alone, a group of 22,896 tourists visited Sri […]
The consul general of Sri Lanka in Karachi in collaboration with the Sri Lanka Convention Bureau (SLCB) on Monday started a campaign to promote tourism in Sri Lanka by holding a roadshow at a local hotel in Karachi. This was the first of three shows under the SLCB’s campaign. After Karachi, the bureau will hold […]
Cumulative tourist arrivals for the period January 1 – September 6 stand at 927, 214, nearing the 1mn milestone Sri Lanka welcomed a total of 22,896 tourists for the first six days of September, fulfilling 19 percent of the target set for the month. Sri Lanka aims to draw at least 120,201 international visitors for […]