Gem & Jewellery Industry in Sri Lanka

Gem & Jewellery Industry in Sri Lanka

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There Are Two Principal Ways by Which the Gem and Jewellery Industry Contributes To the Sri Lankan Economy. 

First, the Gem And Jewellery Industry Employs Between 150,000 To 250,000 People at Different Levels Along the Value Chain Including Miners, Dealers, Lapidarists, Jewellers, Goldsmiths, Retailers Etc. 

Secondly, the Industry Currently Generates a Total Of About US $350 Million Worth of Foreign Exchange on An Annual Basis. It’s the Seventh Largest in Terms of Export Contribution. 

For Centuries, the Gem and Jewellery Industry of Sri Lanka Has Been Playing a Central Role in the Country’s Cultural, Social and Economic Development. Growing From Strength To Strength, The Industry Presents Tremendous Opportunities Of Investment And Value Addition.

Such Circumstances Ensure A Bright Future For The Development And Expansion Of The Sri Lankan Gem And Jewellery Industry. 

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Most Scenic Train Journeys In Sri Lanka

Most Scenic Train Journeys In Sri Lanka 

In the 19th Century, during the British occupation of Sri Lanka, British constructed the railway lines in Sri Lanka and started the Railway service in Sri Lanka to transport Tea from the Hill country estates to Colombo Port and imported goods to the interior of the Island. So Sri Lanka's hill country Railway line goes through Tea Estates, thus making the train journey a scenic ride. Trains in Sri Lanka are a very adventurous travelling option and also the best way to explore the natural beauty of the country. When inside a train, you have the comfort of walking around, you are free to use the toilet whenever needed and you can converse with other travellers and locals, eat food, read a book or simply look outside the window and indulge in the dramatic landscape of Sri Lanka while listening to some enjoyable music in your ears. If you are interested in an adventurous rail tour Sri Lanka experience, simply let us know when and with whom you wish to travel and we will make the relevant train seat bookings according to your itinerary. Sri Lanka has three popular Train Journey and they are,

• Kandy to Badulla Train Journey 
• Colombo to Jaffna Train Journey
• Colombo to Galle Train Journey

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Ayurveda in Sri Lanka

Ayurveda in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka’s traditional form of medicine, Ayurveda uses plants, herbs and oils in its treatments. Translated as the “science of life”, it works on the premise that the body is ruled by three doshas (humours): vata (air), pitta (bile or fire) and kapha (phlegm or earth). In medical terms, these refer to the nervous, digestive and immune systems respectively. Toxins, poor diet, bad digestion, lack of sleep and excess stress cause an imbalance of the doshas and lead to poor health. Ayurvedic treatments aim to balance the doshas and, thus, restore health. Ayurveda physicians prescribe customized treatment plans that include a special diet, while Ayurvedic centres in mid and top-range hotels offer practices aimed at relaxation, such as massages and skin treatments.

Panchabhutas, according to Hindu philosophy, are the five basic elements that make up the universe and all individuals. These are prithvi (earth), jal (water), teja (fire), vayu (air) an akash (ether).

Ayurveda in Sri Lanka Today

Originating in neighbouring India, the ancient science of Ayurveda continues to play an important role in the Sri Lankan healthcare system. Ayurvedic practitioners are trained in government-approved institutions and are registered under the Sri Lankan Ayurveda Medical Council. Besides local physicians, several resorts are dedicated to Ayurveda and many hotels also offer treatments.

Water Sports in Sri Lanka

Water Sports in Sri Lanka 

Dashing into the water is your dream then try water sports in Sri Lanka is the place to be. It will give you ample opportunities to have fun, relaxation and your own bit of enjoyment too. Indulge in some extreme thrilling experience of snorkelling, kite surfing and scuba diving which will leave you truly refreshed. These water sports will also allow you to discover the richness of the tropical waters of the Indian Ocean.

One of the advantages of being an island is that you have water all around you and sandy beaches to match, where one can enjoy surfing in Hikkaduwa, Jet Ski riding, boogie boarding in Bentota, kite surfing in Kalpitiya all year around in many locations around the island. If the surf is not right in one place you simply move to the next place and Sri Lanka being small, one can get to the next best destination of your choice without much hassle and carry on with the your preferred above water activity.

Places of Worship in Sri Lanka

Places of Worship in Sri Lanka

Places of Worship in Sri Lanka. The island of Sri Lanka has been a favorite haunt of aliens, extra-terrestrials, gods, devas, angels, sky dwellers, demons, deities whichever way you describe them. Our chronicles, traditions, folklore, prehistoric cave drawings, archaeological evidence and ancient traveler’s’ records testify that there have been strange beings living in this island from time immemorial.

There were and there are Mountains, Hills, buildings and even plants with full of mysteries, power and wisdom which are beyond human understanding. 200 million years ago, geologically Sri Lanka was linked with India, Madagascar, Australia and Antarctica, in a land mass known as Gondwana. Sri Lanka separated into a land mass known as Lanka Dvipa (Island of Lanka), and part of the land submerged into the sea. According to the Ramayana epic this took place because of the misdeeds of Ravana, but this seismic happening is confirmed by modern science.

Whale and Dolphin watching in Sri Lanka

Whale and Dolphin Watching in Sri Lanka

Over the last few years, whale and dolphin watching has really taken off in Sri Lanka. The country sits alongside one of the world’s great cetacean migratory routes, and sightings are guaranteed for large parts of the year. Mirissa and Dondra head on the South coast are perfectly placed for some excellent whale watching. While the migratory season lasts from December to April, the first and the last months are the best time to spot blue and sperm whales, as well as dolphins. Trincomalee on the East Coast has also been renowned for whale sightings since the 1980s and continues to attract large number of visitors. Blue whales can be seen here from February through August as they continue their migration around the island from the South Coast. Over on the West Coast, the Kalpitiya Peninsula is best-known for its pods of spinner dolphins and sperm whales, spotted on a regular basis between November and March. As a result, Sri Lanka offers around 10 months of whale watching every year at different destinations along the coast.

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