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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 20px;">The Katharagama festival is a major Esala, Festival. Katharagama in the south-East corner of the island is a jungle shrine dedicated to Gord Skanda and is popular pilgrim center for Buddhists and Hindus.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12px; line-height: 20px;">The Kataragama festival lasting up to 14 days and culminating with the Maha Perahera at the July full moon. The God Skanda (Kartik) depicted as a six-headed (Shanmukha), twelve-handed (Dvadasakara) warrior riding a peacock (Paravani). Kataragama is a popular pilgrimage centre for Buddhists, Hindus, Muslims and the Vedda. Many follow a special 45-day pilgrimage route from Jaffna, or from Dondra, visiting many temples and shrines, culminating in this festival. Pilgrims take a sacred bath in the Manik Ganga (Menik or Manika Gangai, River of Gems).</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12px; line-height: 20px;">These 14-days of pageants include whip crackers and fire dancers; with troupes of dancers and drummers in colourful traditional costumes; torch bearers and many, many caparisoned elephants. There is fire walking.</span></span></div>
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“Sri Lanka Shines in Shanghai” - Joint Mega Promotion Enters Shanghai to Attract Chinese Visitors to Sri Lanka

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Sri Lanka Tourism is all set to execute the second Joint Mega Promotion campaign in China called “Sri Lanka Shines in Shanghai ”, which will be launched in the Shanghai City from the 01st to 06th July 2014 followed by the major success of its first event held in Beijing last year. This Joint Mega Promotion campaign with joint efforts from Public and Private sectors has been initiated under the advice of H.E the President Mahinda Rajapaksa.</div>
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The joint mega promotional campaign, an event organized in combination of the Public and Private sectors of the Sri Lanka is coming to China for the second time following the success of the first phase of this campaign held in Beijing last year.</div>
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The event is organized under the guidance of Hon. Basil Rajapaksa, the Minister of Economic Development who will grace the event in Shanghai with his presence at “Sri Lanka Shines in Shanghai” joint mega promotional campaign.</div>
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Chairman of Sri Lanka Tourism Mr. Bhashwara Gunarathna, and Managing Director of Sri Lanka Tourism Mr. Rummy Jauffer along with Sri Lankan Travel agents, Tour Operators, Hoteliers and Government Organisations will represent tourism industry of Sri Lanka at this mega promotional campaign in Shanghai. “Sri Lanka Shines in Shanghai” joint mega promotional campaign held under the guidance of Ministry of Economic Development is heavily backed by Sri Lankan Embassy in Beijing and Sri Lankan Consulate General in Shanghai.</div>
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Colombo - Sri Lanka

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Situated in the western province of Sri Lanka, Colombo is the island's capital. Diverse and vibrant, the town is the executive and monetary middle of the country.<br />
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The records of the city itself dates to the 5th century. Due to its prime vicinity on the western coast of Sri Lanka, Colombo grew as a seaport for change between Asia and the West. It become utilized by the Moors, Romans, Arabs, Persians, and Chinese ships for the island's much well-liked cinnamon and gems.<br />
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It is stated that the name Colombo became first delivered with the aid of the Portuguese in 1505 and is thought to be derived from the classical Sinhalese name 'Kolon thota' (port on the river Kelani) or 'Kola-amba-thota' (harbor with leafy mango trees).<br />
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In 1593, the Portuguese, who had gained control of the Western coast of Sri Lanka, made Colombo their center. Subsequently, the Dutch, in 1638, joined with King Rajasingha II (King of Kandy) to war and defeat the Portuguese in 1639. Colombo remained a valuable hub for the Dutch and the Dutch Maritime Provinces, controlled by using the Dutch East India Company till 1796. At this point, the British captured the metropolis, and in 1815, proclaimed Colombo the capital of Ceylon. It continues to stay so, even after Independence from the British in 1948.<br />
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The metropolis gives historic monuments, colonial structure, beaches, and fine eating and shopping. Its structure has been influenced by using Portuguese, Dutch, and British colonization. The British influence is simply visible inside the buildings located within the Fort, a place in which the bigger business houses and the inventory exchange are located. Close by using is Pettah, a bustling market with every section of the bazaar selling its personal specialty, ranging from food items to shoes to gold; wholesale markets are determined here.<br />
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The New Parliament is situated at Sri Jayawardenapura on the outskirts of Colombo, whilst the Old Parliament on Galle Road is now the Presidential Secretariat.<br />
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Galle Face Green is where the locals gather at the weekend to enjoy the cool breeze from the Indian Ocean and a stroll alongside the promenade. Nearby are temples, mosques, and churches catering to the diverse population that enrich the tradition of the town.<br />
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Colombo is also your gateway to Sri Lanka. So, spend a day or two, and revel in the combination of East and West.</div>
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Colombo - Sri Lanka

Situated in the western province of Sri Lanka, Colombo is the island's capital. Diverse and vibrant, the town is the executive and mone...

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International Conference on Global Public Health 2014

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Organized by the International Centre for Research Development in collaboration with the Umeå Universitet and the College of Community Phys...

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Unawatuna Beach - In Sri Lanka

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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Lying behind a crescent of beach lapped by turquoise waters, Unawatuna’s setting is so perfect it could be a cliché. Easily the most popular beach town in the South, Unawatuna doesn’t offer the same opportunities for surfing or diving as other parts of the coast but the waves are good for swimming and the sands are clean and white.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Unawatuna has a classic mellow traveller vibe and pretty much every bit of development is aimed at the mostly young visitors who flock here. With the coast road a kilometre away, Unawatuna isn’t plagued by the same kinds of traffic irritations found at many other beach towns. It’s quiet, which only adds to the allure. At night people wander the beach, sipping cold beers at the many simple beachside cafés.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">In late 2004, however, this idyllic scene turned horrible. The tsunami caused major damage, washing away many of the guesthouses and killing hundreds. Thanks to generous donations from foreigners who had vacationed here, as well as the efforts of teams of foreign volunteers, who were drawn by Unawatuna’s natural allures, reconstruction happened faster here than any other place in Sri Lanka</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Unfortunately, the calamity was not turned into an opportunity to right some of the previous excesses of development. Business owners ignored plans for a setback from the water and rebuilt their places right on the sand. Some guesthouses sit on the high-tide mark. This, coupled with an unsightly pile of rocks dumped in the middle of the beach, detracts from the area’s natural beauty.</span></div>
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Sanchraka Udawa 2014

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Sri Lanka Tourism Arrivals Increase 20.3% in May 2014

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Sri Lanka's tourist arrivals recorded a growth of 20.3 % in May 2014 compared to the same period in year 2013. During the month of May, 2014 recorded 90,046 tourists arrivals in the country compared to the 74,838 arrived in May 2013 which is highest in foreign tourist history for month of May .</div>
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The cumulative total of foreign tourist arrival for first five months of 2014 is 624,178 giving record of a 26.5 percent increase from the 493,294 came during the corresponding period in 2013.</div>
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Most of the tourists arrived from Western Europe with 200,605 tourist arrivals in the first five months of this year recording an 18 % increase over corresponding 2013 figures. France recording 31.2%, Germany 22.6% followed by UK topped the list of Western Europe. Arrivals from South Asia, the other region from where most of the tourists come, increased by 19.4 percent in the year with 145,373 tourists visiting the island while, arrivals from India increased 22.3 percent to 64,327 in May.</div>
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In the first five months of the year 108,867 East Asians arrived in the island, an increase of 51.9 percent. Number of Chinese tourists arriving in the island jumped by an impressive 139.6 percent and recorded 43,885.</div>
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Sri Lanka Tourism Arrivals Increase 20.3% in May 2014

Sri Lanka's tourist arrivals recorded a growth of 20.3 % in May 2014 compared to the same period in year 2013. During the month of May,...

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Sri Lanka Wins “Best Booth Design Award” at the Korea World Travel Fair 2014

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Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau bagged the “Best Booth Design Award” at Korea’s largest international travel fair, Korea World Travel Fair (KOTFA) held last week in Seoul from 29th May to June 01st, 2014. Sri Lanka Tourism stall stood elegant at the exhibition, with grand décor of culture, beaches, wild life, festivals, water sports, Buddhist attractions of Sri Lanka. Among the crowd of visitors that attracted the stall were the representatives from national tourist organizations, tour operators, tour & travel agents, and online travel agencies. More than 60 countries participated for KOTFA this year representing Asia, Europe, Oceania, America, Africa and Middle East. Destinations such as Russia, Malaysia, China, Egypt, Thailand, Maldives, Sweden, Kuwait, South Africa, India were among the international participants at the KOTFA 2014.</div>
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For the second consecutive year, Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau together with representatives from the travel and hotel industry in Sri Lanka participated at the KOTFA Travel fair 2014. Sri Lanka Mission in Seoul facilitated the participation of Sri Lanka Tourism at the event.</div>
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KOTFA is considered the largest travel trade show in Korea, connecting the global travel fraternity for more than two decades. KOTFA is also the only travel show in KOREA with a balanced mix of travel trade, corporate and general visitors. It is the best platform for marketing to the KOREA travel trade, MICE segment and tourists. Every year, KOTFA draws participants from National Tourist Organizations, State Government Tourism Departments, Tour Operators, Travel Agents, Hotel & Resorts, Airlines, Online Travel Agencies and many other segments of the travel and tourism industry.</div>
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Sri Lanka Wins “Best Booth Design Award” at the Korea World Travel Fair 2014

Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau bagged the “Best Booth Design Award” at Korea’s largest international travel fair, Korea World Travel Fa...

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Mega Tourism Caravan 6 Day 1 - Sri Lanka Culture and Traditions Showcased in Moscow

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The grand Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Show- <b style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Mega Tourism Caravan 6</b> commenced its activities with a Cultural Show followed by a Banquet, fittingly named " Sri Lankan Night" at the Crystal Ballroom of the hotel " Lotte Plaza" in Moscow, on the night of 29 May 2014. Under the guidance of Ministry of Economic Development and supported by Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau the event is meticulously planned and executed under the close supervision of His Excellency Udayanga Weeratunga the Ambassador to Russian Federation. The 'Sri Lankan Night' at the Lotte Plaza was showcasing the 'Beauty and Traditions' of Sri Lanka became a tremendous success and gave the right impetus to other activities to follow in the Mega Tourism Caravan 6 show.</div>
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The presence of over 200 guests at the 'Sri Lankan Night' comprising members of the diplomatic corps, leading travel and tour operators in Moscow, prominent businessmen in the tourism and tea trade, leading print and electronic media representatives and the members of the Sri Lankan community added glamour and quality to the evening.</div>
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The photo exhibition which greeted the guests on their arrival added a lot of colour to the event too with over 120 photos displayed on visits of His Excellency Mahinda Rajapaksa, President of Sri Lanka to the Russian Federation, Ukraine and Republic of Kazakhstan. The photos on display also included photos of major tourist destinations in Sri Lanka such as Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa, Dambulla, Kandy, Sigiriya, Pinnawela and Nuwara Eliya along with scenic and pristine beaches on both Western and Eastern coasts, Hotels, Sri Lankan cuisine, traditional dancing and wild life. One of the highlights of the evening was the Sri Lankan Cultural Show presented by the Dance Guild of maestro Chandana Wickremasinghe encapsulating rich Sri Lankan culture through traditional dancing, drum fusions, mask dancing and a medley of folk songs.</div>
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Mega Tourism Caravan 6 Day 1 - Sri Lanka Culture and Traditions Showcased in Moscow

The grand Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Show- Mega Tourism Caravan 6 commenced its activities with a Cultural Show followed by a Banquet, f...

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