Sri Lankan Way Wedding ceremony

When children reach a marriageable age, parents seek the help of marriage brokers (Magul Kapu Mahathaya), relatives, friends & newspapers advertisements to find a suitable partner. The custom of arranged marriages is common,

If the compatibility of two horoscopes is high and socio-economic conditions tally then the boy & his family are invited for meal at the girls house,

Once boy has come to girls home she will offer bulath (Betel Leaves) to young Man, it’s give only chance to have close look at each other, once the first step Is success young girls parents visit boys house,

After confirming all in order, they build up to the marriage it’s full of festival and tension as well, both parties have to work together succeed the function smoothly. As  per the Sri Lankan Custom girl has to pay for the wedding ceremony, Boy only expense second day home coming party but boy has to bring girls Neck lace  & rings,

The ceremonial clothing and accessories worn by the couple dressed in the Kandyan style are possibly the most elaborate costumes to be found in the island. The bride wears a saree draped in kandyan style. With traditional seven necklaces, headdress with Sun & Moon sign, a woven waist chain, anklets & wristlets. The groom wearing dress maid up 36 yard of fabric materials, it include golden sword & historical hand wears,   

When a bridegroom first enter the home of his bride, water poured on to his feet by bride’s brother, there by signifying the voluntary handing over of the brothers right over the bride to the bridegroom, who now become the newest member of the family,

The Poruwa ceremony, conducted on a decorated platform, it is focal point of the Sinhala wedding ceremony. A kapu mahathaya (Holy Person) chant special blessing termed astaka & the little fingers of young couple tied by golden string & pouring water,Jewlleries & Home coming saree are given to bride & special gift will be organize to parents, young couple will offer bulath (Betel Leaves) to all relations & parents during that ceremony,

After the Poruwa ceremony couple enjoying the meal with guest & they will leaving enjoying Honeymoon,

After the Honeymoon couple will come to the groom home that party call home coming party, bride should wear that saree which given by the boy during the Poruwa Ceremony, color of the saree usually Red, this party organizing by the groom’s family they will welcome to the bride family, it’s a party time lot of music, dancing & calibrations are take place here,,,

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Sri Lankan Ayurveda

The word Ayurveda has derive from AYU & VEDA.AYU means life and VEDA means science or knowledge. Therefore Ayurveda means the science of life.

Since ancient times this island native physicians have practiced a system of medicine that was largely herbal and completely holistic indigenous system,as per the historical evidence our ayurveda system started during the Megalithic age that belonging to mythical king Ravana & his grandfather Pulathisi Risi both are masters of medicine,

As per written history first hospital establish the west ,in Paris in 7^th century but Sri Lankan Hospital has came long before that King Pandukabaya (437-367 BC) is credited with concept of Sivikasotthisala,Lying-In Hom concepte, where the ailing could recuperate.

 King Dutugamunu (161-137 BC) is build Hospital in 18 different district further King Budhadasa (498-426 BC) also build hospital not only for people,but for animals too,Many of this hospital Ruins can be seen Anuradhapura, Polonaruwa & Mehintale area,

 More than a mere indigenous healing system, Ayurveda is a sophisticated way of life incorporating the physical, mental. Emotional & spiritual development of the individual, in harmonious tandem with nature.

Enjoy this eco friendly & spiritual atmospheres which situated most beautiful part of the island, you can have relaxing mind once return your home,



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Turtles Watching

Hambantota District in Southern Sri Lanka is a haven for turtle Nesting ,out of eight species of marine Turtles ,five species are nesting here, They are namely,

• Green Turtle (Chelonia mydas)  
• Olive Ridley Turtle (Lepidochelys olivacea)
•  Leatherback Turtle (Dermochelys coriacea)  
• Hawksbill Turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata)  
• Loggerhead Turtle (Caretta caretta)

But following species Cannot be seen in Sri Lanka

• Flatback Turtle (Natator depressus)  
• Black Turtle/East Pacific green turtle (Chelonia agassizii)  
• Kemp's Ridley Turtle (Lepidochelys kempi)

Research has shown that Hambanthota,Rekawa,Kosgoda areas are best turtle nesting rookery in sri Lanka with 600-900 nests deposited annually,

When a female has located the nesting beach she waits until night-time in waters close to the shore. Female turtles nest at night because it is cooler and in the darkness they are less conspicuous to large predators.

 TCP provide guide to walk to beach to see the Turtle nesting habit but cannot guarantee the availability, which Program will be started 8.00Pm that continue till 9.00Pm at the Rekawa Beach,

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Snuba experience to Hikkaduwa

Hikkaduwa is a small town on the south coast of Sri Lanka. The town is arranged around the one main road which runs from Galle to Colombo. This road is extremely heavily trafficked and pedestrians and tourists are advised to exercise caution when crossing. The area also has a reputation for offering a vibrant nightlife. Hikkaduwa is also very popular with board-surfers. It's a well-known international destination for board-surfing and wonderful beach for wearing goggles do the underwater safari or hire a Glass- bottom boat see the delightful corals, 

Snuba is newly introduce safety experience for who hasn’t diving certificates basically well known new comers, which allowing six meters deep diving experience through haven coral reef, Divers can enjoy amazing rich colorful marine life & coral garden with Snuba, that is a combination of Scuba & snorkeling which is very safe and easy diving option for who has basic knowledge of diving & swimming, Swimmer  no need carrying usual air tank on their back that keep floating on surface, which connecting to user with air tube and regulator, you can easily move on the reef garden , visitors can enjoy fantastic diving experience now at Hikkaduwa which exclusively introduce by Mongoose Adventures recently,

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White Water Rafting & Adventure

Spend much needed quality time together, strengthen family bounds, recharge tired minds and bodies, and indulge in weekend of thrills and pleasures, what better way than a short drive away from the hustle and bustle of the city to the most pictorials site in Sri Lanka, Kithulgala. We are luckiest to own the most beautiful area of the flowing river and the natural pool in Kitulgala with Natural River Pool bath, and Buffet Lunch of Sri Lankan Menu and any verity of your choice.

Adventure Base Camp (ABC) is the luckiest to the most beautiful area of the flowing river and the natural pool in Kitulgala.  It can accommodate 100 to 150 guests with 10 attached bath eco rooms and five deluxe rooms facing the beautiful Kelani River.

ABC has  presently built up 16 new tents which could be accommodate to 40 guests and clean common bathrooms which could accommodate for about 125 guests.  ABC posses two large restaurants which could cater to a very large crowd and a eco friendly conference hall suitable for any type of official gathering, meetings along with the internet café which would be very much useful for gests business activities.

Also it’s in a position to cater to any type of a menu according to the guest’s needs and ANB has own rafting center with a very strong leadership camp with very experienced trainers under the BCU licensed.

Adventure Base Camp Activities

White Water Rafting

ABC being the pioneers of the white water rafting in the Sri Lankan in progress from year 2000 and it is all about excitement, relaxation and teamwork. They like to embrace each rafting adventure at a leisurely pace to give you the time to fully appreciate the experience. Adventure Base Camp quest you will enjoy multiple sensations... the exhilaration and thrill from nature's powerful forces at work, the whitewater and the respect that it commands; you will be in awe of the spectacular scenery that encompasses their throughout the journey, and they will relish in the contentment of achievement and fulfillment of personal and team challenges met and mastered along the way. ABC Rafters are well experienced, trained and licensed under the BCU (British Canoe Union)

Jungle Track & Rock Sliding with Confident Jump

Approximately the journey will takes 2 and half hours to come back our site It’s about 02 Km from to the site – walking distance an it’s natural rock which could slide in to the water lagoon. It is interesting and enthusiastic event which provides a maximum fun.

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