In the Sinhalese Language (spoken in Sri Lanka), “Ahas” means “Sky” and “Pokuna” means “Pond” or “Pool”. Ahaspokuna was so named as it referred to the lake in this location high up in the hills that was only fed by rain water. The settlement that sprung up on its shores was also subsequently named “Ahaspokuna”….
20 reasons to visit Sri Lanka
ANYPLACEBUTHOME is a blog from Aysha and she recently published 20 reasons to visit Sri Lanka. Have a look at it. Shares a lot of interesting aspects to traveling in Sri Lanka. Read the full article at 20 reasons to visit Sri Lanka
Shangril-La’s Hambantota launches New Golf Membership and attractive Room Offer to mark first anniversary
Shangri-La’s Hambantota Resort & Spa will roll out a plethora of activities and special offers for its first anniversary. On June 10, the resort will launch the golf membership at Shangri-La’s Hambantota Golf and Country Club, which provides all the amenities guests can expect from a world class golf club, with different categories of membership to suit golfers’…
Sri Lanka to open southernmost Dondra Head Lighthouse for public viewing
Sri Lanka’s southernmost Dondra Head lighthouse will be opened for public viewing from Thursday (May 04), the Port and shipping Ministry said. The opening ceremony will take place under the patronage of the Minister of Ports and Shipping Arjuna Ranatunga. Deputy Minister of Ports and Shipping Nishantha Mutuhettigama, Chairman of the Sri Lanka Ports Authority…
Discover the Turtle Lovers Paradise with Cinnamon Air – Rekawa
From April to September, seven different species of turtles struggle ashore at night to lay their eggs on the shell-swept beaches of Rekawa, Tangalle. Travel to Rekawa, a small village on the southern coast of Sri Lanka, which brings travelers from around the world to witness this spectacular moment, recognized as one of Sri Lanka’s…
Glimpse into the tradition of arts and crafts of Sri Lanka – Mask Industry
Ambalangoda is a small town in Southern part of Sri Lanka which is famous for handmade Masks and masks dancing. Mask making is a tradition in Sri Lanka and the finished masks are used in festivals, to decorate the houses and for dance performances. Ambalangoda mask industry 13A museum is designed to introduce into the…
Celebrating the advent of Buddhism – Poson
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Art Appreciation Tour with Michael Anthonisz
Join Michael Anthonisz, a contemporary Artist for a fantastic Art tour of Colombo and discover the iconic works of George Keyt, Harry Pieris, and other famous contemporary artists of Sri Lanka. Sri Lanka’s rich heritage in the arts and its continued vitality, can be attributed as much to its contemporary pioneers as to its ancient…
Elephant Transit Home – A Safe Haven for Baby Jumbos
Many of you may have read or merely heard about the Elephant Transit Home, the foster home of young elephants of different age and size who later release these beings to the wilderness of Udawalawe National Park. This establishment adopts these gentle giants that have been found injured or left abandoned in the wilderness extending…
Whale-watching aboard Captain Jade, an unforgettable experience
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