History dates back to 2000 B.C. Experience the wealth of culture and World Heritage Sites proclaimed by UNESCO.
The oldest documented tree, the peepul is found in Anuradhapura, the first Capital city of Sri Lanka, 5th Century B.C.
Climb the 5th century A.D. Rock Fortress declared by the UNESCO as a World Heritage Site and indentified as the 8th Wonder of the World by Sir Arthur C Clarke, science fiction writer.
Polonnaruwa, a World Heritage site, a former capital of Sri Lanka 11th to 12th century. A.D., the Gal Vihare comprises of four colossal statues of the Buddha carved out of the living rock stand testimony to the skill of master craftsmen. The vast man made lake that is the 'Sea of Parakrama' - a feat of ancient engineering. Polonnaruwa is home to the Macaque Monkeys even now since human occupation and have continued to live in the ruins.
There are 2 annual pageants or Perahera of Religious and Cultural importance, the Esala Perahera which takes place in Kandy for 10 days in July/August and the Nawam Perahera which takes place in Colombo for 2 days in February/March.
The Perahera is officially inaugurated when the sacred relics are paraded around the area of the temple in a gilded casket placed on a majestic tucker accompanied by gaily caparisoned Elephants, dancers, drummers, torch bearers, whip crackers, torch spinners.
We take care of the land arrangements and procurement of local permits. You can concentrate on your filming.
The Indigenous medical system has reached such heights that this therapy has become very effective and popular. Spend two weeks at such resorts and let the feeling of well being take over.