Esala Perahera held in July – An age-old religious parade
This is one of the oldest and grandest events that take place in the historic capital of Sri Lanka. The Kandy Esala Perahera takes place…
A Holiday Cruise from Tamil Nadu to Sri Lanka – For the 1st Time!
The Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) has announced a cruising project that guarantees a breezy ride in the deep blue ocean. As reported on…
Sri Lanka Witnesses a Rise in Tourists from Asia Pacific Countries
As the COVID-19 restrictions began to ease, offering convenient access to Sri Lanka for tourists, fluctuations in the tourism industry and arrivals were evident in…
Sri Lanka Signs MoU with Singapore Airlines – A Boost to Local Tourism
On 12th April this year, the Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Singapore Airlines which gave the island’s tourism…
The Kandy Esala Perahera: An Age-Old Tradition in Sri Lanka to Take Place in August 2022
Every year, in the months of July or August, Sri Lankans all across the country gather in the sacred city of Kandy to witness the…
Esala Full Moon Poya Day To Take Place On July 13 in Sri Lanka
Esala Poya day is one of the most significant holidays for the Buddhist community in Sri Lanka. Taking place in July on a full moon…
Sri Lanka Tourism participated in South Asia’s Travel and Tourism Exchange (SATTE) Travel Fair
Sri Lanka Tourism participated in South Asia’s Travel and Tourism Exchange (SATTE) Travel Fair, which was held in Greater Noida, Delhi-NCR, India, from the 18th…
Negative PCR Report is No Longer Mandatory by the Maldives Immigration
Following the lockdowns and quarantine season of COVID-19, most travellers have begun globetrotting once again. The easing of COVID-19 restrictions has resulted in tourists seeking…
Tunisia Sees Increase in Tourist Arrivals – Travel Restrictions Also Eased
With the reopening of its borders and the easing of travel restrictions, Tunisia is seeing an increase in tourist arrivals this year which comes as…
Poson Full Moon Poya Day – A Celebration of the Arrival of Buddhism in Sri Lanka
The 14th of June 2022 marked a significant date for the Sri Lankan Buddhist calendar, as devotees across the country celebrated Poson Poya. Most worshippers attend…