The Everest

Although has the low temperature of minus 20 degrees but some is the infinite horizon and bright Milky Way is worth us all this efforts, the bumps on the road, altitude sickness and bad natural environment.We have to marvel at the natural wonders of the earth for us at the same time also to realize human's tiny, stood looking up at the mount Everest climbers camp, this is a very wonderful feeling, although there are a lot of things but have nothing to say at this time, think of a lot of things but the brain is still a blank.Don't need too much language to decorate to praise, only left an indelible memory forever in my heart.

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Tibet

After all the prepare, we gonna start our journey. The first place is the Potato Palace,The Potala palace built cloth, the mountains, is a famous palace fort type buildings, is also the 7th century Tibetan king Sontzen Gampo built for far away the tang dynasty princess Wencheng in Tibet.999 houses were built palace, become from 13 layer, the main building height of 115 meters, are all wooden structure, 5 the roof covering molten copper tile, magnificence, the temple is known as the plateau.But let me feel magical is the wall is made up of a special type of grass stalk structure. The potala palace is the place that successive dalai lama's work life, spirit and consecrate successive dalai lama.but I'm afraid that I don't like this place so much even it is really amazing and unbelievable, cease it is all about the Tibetan Buddhism which i'm not so interested. Anyway, after a day tour in Lhasa, we're going to Everest which is the highest mountain in the world. During the way to there, I recognize that the most beautiful thing in Tibet is not a place or a scenic spots, it is all the view on the way. The mountain, the lake, the sky; Quiet amazing and I find the most beautiful place in my mind

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Tibet

To be continued, after we arrived we found a hostel which the pictures show and we lived there all time in Lhasa. Lots of people like to sit together play and chat. I still remember a guy older about 10 years old than us and they teach us a lot in about life, study, work and so on. And also i loved here because all the young can stay together and have a nice time.

The Dream Place

I've been travel a lot of places in my life, China, USA, Europe, Australia and so on. However, the most beautiful and shocked place in my memories is Tibet, When I was 20 years old, I went there with my friend, and its amazing everywhere. Shuttle in the mountain, all the views look like the images on the internet, its no word to describe.
The car out of the airport, at an altitude of about 4000 meters on the plateau of Mercedes, both sides is a top of the mountain snow mountains, under the blue sky white cloud appears particularly beautiful.Soon saw on both sides of the farmland, one by one before the greenhouses, inside the original kind of local small watermelon and melon, The driver stopped the car, took us to stand beside the fruit side bought two watermelon, melon is very expensive than other places.The first time we have tasted the plateau of the fruit, very sweet, is related to the local temperature deviation and sunshine time is long. Lhasa is 7 o 'clock in the morning before dawn, in the evening to dark after 9 PM, the temperature difference of 15 degrees in the morning and evening.Unique conditions are favorable for the growth of fruit here.

Nepal ABC Trekking- Journal 2

Because of the dark cloudy in the mountain, it went dark earlier. We had to go more than half an hour of the night road, and rain on the road is slippery and a little bit dangerous, at 5 o'clock in the evening, we arrived at the famous Himalayan hotel which is along the way only a hotel called hotel, early day wizard call helped us to book the room. It is said that housing is relatively tight.
To Himalayan. It is found that the room is without electricity, restaurant only have electricity, in the restaurant drink two pots of ginger tea Quhan, feeling a lot better, but in the table below is the place for the centralized heating, can put the wet clothes where drying, but if wet shoes is not recommended in the exam, because it is easy to glue. It will charge 100 rupees per person for heating.

The fourth day and ABC hiking destination, we will achieve the ABC Annapurna base camp, live one night to see the sunset, to see the sunrise, and then began to withdraw. We arrived at the 12:45 at the MBC, the weather is very cold, if the cold at high altitude, then it is very dangerous. The afternoon is two hours away, at around five pm we arrived at ABC, where an altitude of 4130, and the weather is cloudy, so the temperature is only five degrees above zero. In the dining room table below where it is a warm, many people around the table to eat and talk and warming himself, can dry the wet clothes to cover on the table near the blanket, very comfortable. Each person will receive one hundred rupees.

Nepal ABC Trekking- Trekking Journal

Today's journey has a difficulty, is the way from the jhinudanda chhomrong, to 2 hours from 1780 meters above sea level rise to 2170, continuously improve the 400 meters above sea level, is the end of this section of the road is repaired with stone steps, often climbing people know, continuous steps is the most tired. 

The environment of Chhomrong is very good. When we arrived it is not fully dark, there is a small platform on the second floor, we were sitting there watching the sunset, moon rise, very beautiful, that is my first time to see the mountains of moon rise, when the moon climbed up the hill will illuminate the next to the snow capped mountains, very spectacular, and the stars of the sky is very bright, lived there very worthwhile. Here you can take a bath, but be sure to arrive early, because it is solar energy, if more than 6 points, there is no hot water.

Nepal ABC Trekking- Accommodation

Nepal trekking live can be said to do very well, along the way there are many hikers to the rest of the hotel, you can according to their own travel arrangements for accommodation, each hotel will have their own restaurant, accommodation costs are written on the menu. If you have asked the wizard, you can contact the wizard to stay ahead of time, because every day 3-4 PM is the peak of the stay, the best is the best. Every half hour or more than an hour will be given to the hotel on foot. Noon after I'll call our guide as a member of the reservation, this is to avoid to the destination source of tension, because not every afternoon after 3 o'clock every place will peak occupancy. Whether ABC route or poonhill, road along the hotel accommodation prices are transparent, in the menu write a detailed price, accommodation and food as the ABC inside to go to be more expensive and 300-600 Nigerian currency ranging

There are many hotels on the mountain, including landruk and ghandruk, Chhomrong is a considerable hotel. Accommodation in the mountain is very good condition. Fees are charged by the bed, general 150 rupees for a bed, Special recommendation Chhomrong, this is a great place to stay, the view is the best and there is WIFI to use.

Nepal ABC Trekking-Tips

Why is it one of the best trek place in the world? The first thing is the nature view.  

This is Fish tail.

There are few tips before you go to the ABC. First is your gear. Get few sets of cloths, quick drying cloths are the best. The next is climbing shoes and stick and don’t forget to bring your sleeping bag. Also the medicine is important. These are the necessities. Take some chocolate if you want.

You can hire a guide, but i think it is not necessary, because you will not get lost, there are many guidepost, and it is not dangerous trek, a map is enough. You can hire a porter if you want, it costs 10-20 US dollars per day. Whether ABC or poonhill, food and board are okay, and there are many tea house along the way, so you don’t need to worry about that.

Accommodation in Nepal is generally very cheap, especially in the mountains, because the hotel is on the mountain to make money to eat, the room on the mountain 150 people on average 2 rupees a, equivalent to about 10 yuan a little more.

In hotel Himalayan above is the beginning of heating facilities, in the hotel's restaurant table is a place to keep warm, you can put the wet clothes on there, but the cost of 100 rupees per person.

In the mountains of the hotel in general there is no quilt, but you can apply, but very thin, many hotels are very simple, is a wooden plank, so it is necessary to bring its own sleeping bag. In a bath of the hotel, must go early, because most solar, the mountains 6 sure it was dark, so late to do not expect there is hot water the, but also to the Himalayan bath is to charge, and about 150 rupees per person.

Nepal ABC Trekking-Introduction

Hi everyone, I’m Longcheng LI. I’m going to introduce one of the best trek place in the world which is Nepal, the Annapurna Base Camp trek. Let’s have a look about the basic information of the ABC. The Highest elevation is 4130m. There are few ways to choose, ABC on foot is around 90 km, plus a bypass Hill Poon also has no but one hundred kilometers, 10 to 11 days to complete, about 10 kilometers, is the human body without injury on foot travel. I have seen people finish it in 5 days, but we are here to enjoy the view, right? Another line is going to Poon Hill. It’s about 100 KM, you can trek for 10 days. Let’s take a look of Annapurna first.

This map is the detail of the trek.

In fact, both the ABC or Poon hill are Annapurna conservation area (Annapurna Consevation area) of the inside of a point, and Annapurna, nano protection zone in Nepal Tourism City of Pokhara in the north, on the south side of the Himalayas, in order to two points for the purpose of hiking trails, in domestic is popular become hiking ABC or Poon hill small link, it's just, Annapurna, nano reserve many hiking routes in two more classic combination

Culture in Sri Lanka!

Hi there
I'm Kenneth~~
As we know, Sri Lanka has long history,  the culture of Sri Lanka dates back over 2500 years.It is influenced primarily by Buddhism and Hinduism.


Sri Lanka is the home to two main traditional cultures: the Sinhalese (centred in the ancient cities of Kandy and Anuradhapura) and the Tamil (centred in the city of Jaffna). In more recent times, the British colonial culture has also influenced the locals. Sri Lanka claims a democratic tradition matched by few other developing countries.


The first Tamil immigration was probably around the 3rd century BC.Tamils co-existed with the Sinhalese people since then, and the early mixing rendered the two ethnic groups almost physically indistinct. Ancient Sri Lanka is marked for its genius in hydraulic engineering and architecture. The rich cultural traditions shared by all Sri Lankan cultures is the basis of the country's long life expectancy, advanced health standards and high literacy rate.

Music, Dance and Arts

The earliest music in Sri Lanka came from theatrical performances such as Kolam, Sokari and Nadagam. Traditional music instruments such as Béra, Thammátama, Daŭla and Răbān were performed at these dramas. The first music album, Nurthi, recorded in 1903, was released through Radio Ceylon (founded in 1925). Songwriters like Mahagama Sekara and Ananda Samarakoon and musicians such as W. D. Amaradeva, H. R. Jothipala and Clarence Wijewardene have contributed much towards the upliftment of Sri Lankan music.^[Baila is another popular music genre in the country, originated among Kaffirs or the Afro-Sinhalese community.


There are three main styles of Sri Lankan classical dance. They are, the Kandyan dances, low country dances and Sabaragamuwa dances. Of these, the Kandyan style, which flourished under kings of the Kingdom of Kandy, is more prominent. It is a sophisticated form of dance, that consists of five sub-categories: Ves dance, Naiyandi dance, Udekki dance, Pantheru dance and 18 Vannam. An elaborate headdress is worn by the male dancers and a drum called Geta Béraya is used to assist the dancer to keep on rhythm. In addition, four folk drama variants named Sokri, Kolam Nadagam, Pasu, and several devil dance variants such as Sanni Yakuma and Kohomba Kankariya can be also observed.



The history of Sri Lankan painting and sculpture can be traced as far back as to the 2nd or 3rd century BC.  The earliest mention about the art of painting on Mahavamsa, is to the drawing of a palace on cloth using cinnabar in the 2nd century BC. The chronicles have description of various paintings in relic-chambers of Buddhist stupas, and in monastic residence.
Theatre moved into the country when a Parsi theatre company from Mumbai introduced Nurti, a blend of European and Indian theatrical conventions to the Colombo audience in the 19th century. The golden age of Sri Lankan drama and theatre began with the staging of Maname, a play written by Ediriweera Sarachchandra in 1956.It was followed by a series of popular dramas like Sinhabāhu, Pabāvatī, Mahāsāra, Muudu Puththu and Subha saha Yasa.


Therefore, when you travel to Sri Lanka, why not join the new culture here?








References: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sri_Lanka

Delicious Food in Sri Lanka!

Hi Everyone

If you travel to Sri Lanka, you have to try these dishes!

1. Fish ambul thiyal (sour fish curry)

As you'd expect from an island in the Indian Ocean, seafood plays an important role in Sri Lankan cuisine.

Fish ambul thiyal (sour fish curry) is one of the most beloved varieties of the many different fish curries available.

The fish -- usually something large and firm, such as tuna -- is cut into cubes, then sauteed in a blend of spices including black pepper, cinnamon, turmeric, garlic, pandan leaves and curry leaves.

Perhaps the most important ingredient is dried goraka, a small fruit responsible for giving the fish a sour flavor.

Ambul thiyal is a dry curry dish, meaning all the ingredients are simmered with a small amount of water and cooked until the liquid reduces. This allows the spice mixture to coat each cube of fish.

Originating in southern Sri Lanka, it's available throughout the country at restaurants that serve curry, and is best eaten with rice.

2. Kottu (also, kottu roti)

Over the traffic and noise at a Sri Lankan market, you'll likely hear the clanking of metal on metal and know kottu isn't far away.

Kottu is Sri Lanka's hamburger -- everybody's favorite go-to fast food when craving something tasty and greasy.

It resembles fried rice, except instead of rice, it's made with a type of roti known as godamba roti (a flat, crispy bread).

The roti is normally fried at the beginning of the day, piled into stacks and served as it's ordered.

When you place an order, the kottu chef will fry and chop the roti with a selection of ingredients you choose.

The result is a tasty mixture of salty pieces of fried dough, lightly spiced and extremely comforting.

Kottu is served with spicy curry sauce, which you can either use as a dip or pour over your entire plate.

Some of the most skilled kottu chefs compose their own unique songs, singing while they rhythmically clank their spatula and knives against the metal frying surface, slicing the roti with each clank.

3. Kukul mas curry (chicken curry)

Sri Lanka has many variations of chicken curry.

Simple to make, chicken curry is a common household dish in Sri Lanka.

There are many variations depending on region and taste preferences.

Spices like fennel seeds, cardamom, cloves and cinnamon sticks are tempered in hot oil before being combined with chicken and spices like chili powder, curry powder, turmeric, pandan leaves, lemongrass and curry leaves.

Coconut milk contributes to the rich base of the curry gravy. Depending on the recipe, a puree of tomato is often included.

The chicken is stewed for an hour or so until the essence of the spices is infused into the chicken.

Most satisfying when served with hot rice and roti.

4. Parippu (dhal curry)

Parippu, or dhal curry, is the most common curry in all of Sri Lankan cuisine, a staple in any restaurant or household.

Masoor dhal (split red lentils) are first rinsed and boiled until soft.

In a separate pan, a number of fresh ingredients, such as onions, tomatoes and fresh green chilies, are sauteed and mixed with tempered spices like cumin seeds, turmeric, fenugreek, mustard seeds and curry leaves.

All the ingredients are combined and usually thickened with a splash of fresh coconut milk to give the dhal a rich flavor and creamy texture.

It goes with everything, but is perfect as a dipping gravy for a fresh roti or paratha.

5. Lamprais

Sri Lanka has been influenced by a diversity of cultures and one of the most evident is the Dutch Burgher community.

Lamprais, a word that combines the two Dutch words for "lump" and "rice," is a combination of meat, rice and sambol chili sauce, wrapped into a banana leaf packet and steamed.

The rice is cooked with meat stock -- usually a combination of different meats like beef, pork or lamb -- that's infused with cardamom, clove and cinnamon.

A scoop of rice is placed in the center of a banana leaf, along with the mixed meat curry, two frikkadels (Dutch-style beef balls), blachan (a shrimp paste) and a starch or vegetable, usually either ash plantain or brinjals.

The package is folded into a parcel and steamed.

Since lamprais is a Burgher contribution to Sri Lankan cuisine, the meat is usually prepared with sweet spices like clove and cinnamon, recreating the flavor favored by the Dutch Burgher community.

Original recipes called for beef, pork and lamb, but chicken and eggs are often included in a modern lamprais packet.

6. Hoppers (appa or appam) and string hoppers (indi appa or idiyappam)

Egg hopper, Sri Lanka's version of an "egg in the hole."

Hoppers are the Sri Lankan answer to the pancake.

The batter is made from a slightly fermented concoction of rice flour, coconut milk, sometimes coconut water and a hint of sugar.

A ladle of batter is fried in a small wok and swirled around to even it out.

Hoppers can be sweet or savory, but one of the local favorites is egg hoppers. An egg is cracked into the bowl-shaped pancake, creating the Sri Lankan version of an "egg in the hole."

Egg hoppers are garnished with lunu miris, a sambol of onions, chilies, lemon juice and salt.

Unlike the runny batter used for hoppers, string hoppers are made from a much thicker dough.

The dough is squeezed through a string hopper maker, like a pasta press, to create thin strands of noodles, which are steamed.

String hoppers are normally eaten for breakfast or dinner with curries.

7. Polos (green jackfruit curry)

Jackfruit is consumed in a number of different stages of ripeness, from very ripe and sweet to green and starchy.

Polos is a Sri Lankan curry prepared with young green jackfruit.

The fruit is sliced into bite-sized chunks and boiled until soft.

It's then cooked with onions, garlic, ginger and spices like mustard seeds, turmeric, chili powder, roasted curry powder, pandan leaves and curry leaf sprigs.

The final step is to add coconut milk and simmer to reduce most of the liquid, leaving all the beautiful flavors within the cubes of jackfruit.

Jackfruit has a starchy texture, somewhat similar to cassava or potato.

Polos is a standard dish available at most Sri Lankan curry restaurants.

8. Wambatu moju (eggplant/brinjals pickle)

Served mostly with rice and curries, wambatu moju is an extremely flavorful candied eggplant (brinjals) pickle.

The eggplant -- usually the purple-skinned, long and slender variety -- is cut into bite-sized wedges and deep fried, giving the eggplant a crispy texture with a soft and silky interior.

It's then caramelized with a spoon of sugar, vinegar, red onions, green chilies, mustard seeds, chili powder and a hint of turmeric powder until the color turns almost black.

Take a bite and the soft and juicy texture of the eggplant should melt in your mouth -- the slightly sweet, sour and salty contrast is absolutely sensational.

9. Gotu kola sambol (pennywort salad)

Gotu kola, or Asiatic pennywort, is a popular medicinal herb.

One of the most readily available green vegetable dishes in Sri Lanka is gotu kola sambol.

Gotu kola (known in English as Asiatic pennywort) is a medicinal herb in Asia.

It's shredded into slivers, then combined with shallots, tomatoes, fresh grated coconut and chili and seasoned with a dressing of salt, pepper and lemon juice.

Sambol is a term used in Sri Lanka for ingredients that are combined and eaten raw, sometimes more of a chili sauce and sometimes more of a salad, like gotu kola sambol.

Gotu kola has a powerful, herbaceous flavor similar to kale, making it an extremely fresh and crisp dish.

It's typically a side dish served with curry and rice.

10. Kiribath with lunu miris

Kiribath is a special type of rice, cooked with thick coconut milk and often served during special or auspicious occasions, such as Sinhalese New Year.

There are a few versions of kiribath, but the basic procedure is to start by boiling a pot of rice.

Before the rice finishes cooking, add coconut milk and a pinch of salt. The coconut milk makes the rice creamy and rich and helps it form a sticky consistency.

Once the rice is finished cooking, it's cut into wedges and served like slices of cake.

Kiribath can be eaten along with a number of different Sri Lankan dishes, often either sweetened with jaggery or consumed salty with chili sauce or curry.

One of the most common ways to garnish kiribath is with lunu miris, a sambol chili sauce made from red chilies, onions, lemon juice, salt and sometimes dry Maldive fish, all ground into a paste using a stone mortar and pestle.

11. Pol Sambol (coconut relish)

In a country in which the coconut is of supreme importance, there's one Sri Lankan side dish that pays fitting tribute.

Pol sambol, which might also be called fresh coconut relish, is a simple blend of finely grated coconut, red onions, dried whole chilies or chili powder, lime juice, salt and Maldive fish (if available).

The ingredients are diced or ground, then combined in a bowl.

In Sri Lanka, pol sambol is used as a garnish or side dish for everything and anything.

It goes well with rice and curry, pol roti (coconut roti), a hot paratha, string hoppers or even just scooped up with slices of bread.

If you love coconut, there's no better garnish in the world.

12. Wood apple

It wouldn't be a Sri Lankan food discussion without wood apple.

The wood apple is a Southeast Asian fruit about the size of a de-husked coconut. It also has just as hard of a shell, and a pungent, almost blue cheese aroma.

Walking through a market in Sri Lanka your nose will detect it long before your eyes do.

Inside the shell is a dark brown paste that resembles something between tamarind pulp and fermented raisins.

Wood apple can be eaten directly out of the shell, but one of the most popular ways to eat (or drink) it throughout Sri Lanka is in a thick smoothie, known as wood apple juice.

The fruit is blended with jaggery (or sugar) and water to smooth it out.

It has a unique sour and sweet flavor.

Mention that you love wood apple to any Sri Lankan you meet, and they probably won't be able to hold back a knowing smile.

Where to go in Sri Lanka?

Hi there


I am Kenneth, your tour guide in Sri Lanka!


Umm, where to go in this charming country?


I'll give you some useful suggestions~~

Top 4 popular destinations

1. Sigiriya Lion Rock

Sigiriya (Lion Rock Sinhalese: සීගිරිය, Tamil: சிகிரியா, pronounced see-gi-ri-yə) is an ancient rock fortress located in the central Matale District near the town of Dambulla in the Central Province, Sri Lanka. The name refers to a site of historical and archaeological significance that is dominated by a massive column of rock nearly 200 metres (660 ft) high. According to the ancient Sri Lankan chronicle the Culavamsa, this site was selected by King Kasyapa (477 – 495 CE) for his new capital. He built his palace on the top of this rock and decorated its sides with colourful frescoes. On a small plateau about halfway up the side of this rock he built a gateway in the form of an enormous lion. The name of this place is derived from this structure —Sīhāgiri, the Lion Rock. The capital and the royal palace was abandoned after the king's death. It was used as a Buddhist monastery until the 14th century.
Sigiriya today is a UNESCO listed World Heritage Site. It is one of the best preserved examples of ancient urban planning. It is the most visited historic site in Sri Lanka.

2. Temple of Tooth Relic

Sri Dalada Maligawa or the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic is a Buddhist temple in the city of Kandy, Sri Lanka. It is located in the royal palace complex of the former Kingdom of Kandy, which houses the relic of the tooth of the Buddha. Since ancient times, the relic has played an important role in local politics because it is believed that whoever holds the relic holds the governance of the country. Kandy was the last capital of the Sri Lankan kings and is a World Heritage Site mainly due to the temple.
Bhikkhus of the two chapters of Malwatte and Asgiriya conduct daily worship in the inner chamber of the temple. Rituals are performed three times daily: at dawn, at noon and in the evenings. On Wednesdays there is a symbolic bathing of the relic with an herbal preparation made from scented water and fragrant flowers called Nanumura Mangallaya. This holy water is believed to contain healing powers and is distributed among those present.
The temple sustained damage from bombings by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam in 1998 but was fully restored each time.

3. Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage

Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage is an orphanage, nursery and captive breeding ground for wild Asian elephants located at Pinnawala village, 13 km (8.1 mi) northeast of Kegalle town in Sabaragamuwa Province of Sri Lanka. Pinnawala is notable for having the largest herd of captive elephants in the world. In 2011, there were 88 elephants, including 89 males and 51 females from 3 generations, living in Pinnawala.

The orphanage was originally founded in order to afford care and protection to many of the orphaned unweaned wild elephants found wandering in and near the forests of Sri Lanka. It was established in 1975 by the Sri Lanka Department of Wildlife Conservation (DWC).

4. Galle Fort

Galle Fort, in the Bay of Galle on the southwest coast of Sri Lanka, was built first in 1588 by the Portuguese, then extensively fortified by the Dutch during the 17th century from 1649 onwards. It is a historical, archaeological and architectural heritage monument, which even after more than 423 years maintains a polished appearance, due to extensive reconstruction work done by Archaeological Department of Sri Lanka.
The fort has a colourful history, and today has a multi-ethnic and multi-religious population. The Sri Lankan government and many Dutch people who still own some of the properties inside the fort are looking at making this one of the modern wonders of the world.The heritage value of the fort has been recognized by the UNESCO and the site has been inscribed as a cultural heritage UNESCO World Heritage Site under criteria iv, for its unique exposition of "an urban ensemble which illustrates the interaction of European architecture and South Asian traditions from the 16th to the 19th centuries."
The Galle Fort, also known as the Dutch Fort or the "Ramparts of Galle", withstood the Boxing Day tsunami which damaged part of coastal area Galle town. It has been since restored.

ENJOY YOUR FANCY TRAVEL IN SRI LANKA!

Sri lanka - hotels

Hotel recommendations in Sri Lanka 

3 wonderful hotels to choose in Colombo:

1) Best western Elyon Colombo  

           102A, Kirulapone Avenue | Baseline Road, Colombo 5, Sri Lanka

     

No matter what your reasons are for visiting Sri Lanka, and no matter what you desire for as a guest at a star-class hotel, BEST WESTERN Elyon Colombo is there at your beck and call with nothing short of the very finest in accommodation, gastronomy and friendly smiles! Yes, being a part of the globally acclaimed BEST WESTERN hotel chain, BEST WESTERN Elyon Colombo strives to maintain the impeccable standards of quality and service that it has been delivering on a global scale time and time again, replete with its workforce of well trained and personalized staff, along with exquisite furnishing, décor and cutting-edge technology

2) Cinnamon Red Colombo

            59, Ananda Coomaraswamy Mawatha, Colombo 0030, Sri Lanka

Between black and white, find Cinnamon Red. Our central location, luxury sleep experience & staff inspire the mind and enliven the spirit. There need no longer be a tussle between head & heart! Our modern, youthful and lean living concept provides a value for money product & service which fulfills your 'work and play' needs. Enjoy an experience like none other with less fuss and more independence.

 

3) Fairview Hotel 

           Ramakrishna Road | Colombo 06, Colombo 00600, Sri Lanka

Soft duck feather pillows especially created to improve sleep quality, crisp cool sheets to wrap you in cosy comfort with muted earthy tones and warm lighting to complement - a welcome sight that will greet you at all our 50 rooms. Each one exudes a sense of homely wellbeing combined with contemporary elegance - a charming ambience that will envelop you with a sense of peace and relaxation from the moment you step in. Draw back the curtains and the views across the ocean or the sprawling suburbs - night or day will ease your mind too. The two rooms on the 8th floor can also be combined as a family suite of understated luxury with 180 degree views of the Indian Ocean - a place where your loved ones can make themselves at home while you attend to your business obligations.

Introduction- Sri Lanka

1. Introduction

A secret, amazing, wonderful places to wash out your heart… IT’S Sri Lanka… 

Known as the ‘Pearl of the Indian Ocean’, Sri Lanka offers travellers palm-studded beaches, rolling plantations and sacred sights steeped in spirituality. With charming people, mysterious ruins and some of the best cuisine in the world, Sri Lanka’s hypnotic essence will remain with you long after you come home.

Sri Lanka has maritime borders with India to the northwest and the Maldives to the southwest. Its documented history spans 3,000 years, with evidence of pre-historic human settlements dating back to at least 125,000 years. Its geographic location and deep harbours made it of great strategic importance from the time of the ancient Silk Road through to World War II.

A diverse and multicultural country, Sri Lanka is home to many religions, ethnic groups, and languages.^[11] In addition to the majority Sinhalese, it is home to large groups of Sri Lankan and Indian Tamils, Moors, Burghers, Malays, Kaffirs and the aboriginal Vedda. Sri Lanka has a rich Buddhist heritage, and the first known Buddhist writings of Sri Lanka, the Pāli Canon, dates back to the Fourth Buddhist council in 29 BC. Sri Lanka's recent history has been marred by a thirty-year civil war which decisively ended when Sri Lankan military defeated Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam in 2009.^[15]

Sri Lanka is a republic and a unitary state governed by a Semi-presidential system. The legislative capital, Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte, is a suburb of the commercial capital and largest city, Colombo.

References: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sri_Lanka