On May 27, 2010, the city of Colombo will celebrate a religious festival called Vesak, which commemorates the birth, enlightenment, and death of Buddha. This event is something that Buddhists look forward to because it gives them the chance to pay homage to Gautama Buddha.
Since this day is important, it is customary for locals to clean their houses and decorate it in preparation for the celebrations that will be held the whole day. The event is filled with processions, religious activities, prayers, and many more.
Even though you may belong to …

To those looking for a unique tropical retreat in Sri Lanka, the city of Galle is an interesting alternative. First-time visitors are often pleasantly surprised by the place, wherein Dutch and Portuguese influences are still quite evident in the local architecture.
 
Perhaps its most popular tourist attraction is the Galle Fort, a majestic structure which was first built by the Portuguese to protect the city from invading Tamils. It was later improved and fortified by Dutch colonizers, and to this day, the fort is amazingly well-preserved. Most of the …

Religion may not exactly be a foremost concern when one plans a fun-filled holiday by the beach, but for some, being able to carry on their spiritual routines even during a vacation is indeed an added bonus.
 
Acknowledging the multi-cultural diversity of their guests, the Confifi Group Hotels in Beruwela, Sri Lanka has recently taken some steps to address the specific needs of their Muslim patrons, whose number has slowly been increasing along with their regular clientèle of Sri Lankans and resident expatriates. At the three hotels that …

A two-for-one package awaits every guest when they stay at The Elephant Corridor Hotel in Sigiriya, Sri Lanka. The Elephant Corridor Hotel’s 2 Nights for the Price of 1 Night promo entitles guests to stay at any of the hotel’s luxury suites for two nights while getting the second night for free. This package includes complimentary daily breakfast for up to two guests and is valid only from December 1, 2008 until February 28, 2009.
 
For a taste of the good life, guests can pamper themselves within the …

To experienced travelers and tourists, Beruwela in Sri Lanka is already in their list of must-see places when they visit the country. With beautiful beaches and interesting, historic places to explore, travelers can easily come up with a good number of fun activities they can do during their stay at this scenic town.
 
Those who are fascinated with marine life, for example, can go on an eco-tour of the Hikkaduwa Coral Gardens and the Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery. For the spiritually-inclined there are the Kalutara Temple and the Kandevihara Buddhist …

Sri Lanka is home to several exotic destinations, but one place that visitors to the country would want to see is the ancient city of Sigiriya. Also known as Lion’s Rock, the majestic rock fortress and castle ruins located in the Matale District have been named one of the seven World Heritage Sites of the country.
Famous for the ancient fresco paintings on the rock surfaces, the place is rich in natural wonders as it is in history. With lush jungles surrounding the whole protected area, tourists can go bird watching, …

A resort that offers superior service from its hospitable staff, accommodations that will make you forget you’re away from home, amenities that will cater to both body and soul and rates that are within the budget is definitely dime a dozen nowadays. At present, great resorts usually come with a pricey tag. The Eden Resort and Spa in Sri Lanka deviates from all these by offering more than just a satisfying resort experience to its valued guests.

With a location perfect for travelers wanting to be closer to nature, the …