Planters Life
Enticing Sri Lanka
Sri Lankan architecture displays a rich variety of architectural forms and styles. Buddhism has had a significant influence on Sri Lankan architecture, since it was introduced to the island in the 3rd Century BCE. Traditionally, Indian and East Asian architecture have been the most significant forms of foreign influence on Sri Lankan architecture and both have played a significant role in shaping it. Architectural influences from Southeast Asia have also influenced the development of Sri Lankan architecture and vice versa. Techniques and styles developed in Europe, transported to the country via colonialism, also played a major role in the architecture of Sri Lanka later on. Many buildings survive from the Dutch and British period of occupation.
8 Days
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DepartureBandaranaike International Airport
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Departure TimePlease arrive by 9:15 AM for a prompt departure at 9:30 AM.
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Return TimeApproximately 5:30 PM.
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Dress CodeCasual, comfortable athletic clothing, hiking shoes, hat and light jacket.
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IncludedPlanters LifeAccommodationMeal Plan
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Day 1: Arrival - Negombo
Arrival at the Bandaranayke International Air Port, Our representative will meet and greet you and thereafter will transfer to the hotel. At the hotel a prominent and well known Sri Lankan architect will meet you and have a lengthy discussion about Sri Lankan architecture ( depends on the flight arrival time, If it is late night flight the discussion will take place following day after breakfast.)
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Day 2: Sigiriya Or Sinhagiri
Sigiriya or Sinhagiri, (Lion Rock) is an ancient rock fortress located in the northern 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 this site was selected by King Kashyapa (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 — Sīnhāgiri, the Lion Rock
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Day 3: Polonnaruwa
Poḷonnaruwa is the main town of Polonnaruwa. District in North Central Province, Sri Lanka. Kaduruwela area is the Polonnaruwa New Town and the other part of Polonnaruwa remains as the royal ancient city of the Kingdom of Polonnaruwa.
The second most ancient of Sri Lanka’s kingdoms, Polonnaruwa was first established by the Chola dynasty as their capital in the 10th century. The Ancient City of Polonnaruwa has been declared a World Heritage Site
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Day 3: Kandy
Kandy is a major city in Sri Lanka located in the Central Province. It was the last capital of the ancient kings’ era of Sri Lanka. The city lies in the midst of hills in the Kandy plateau, which crosses an area of tropical plantations, mainly tea. Kandy is both an administrative and religious city and is also the capital of the Central Province. Kandy is the home of the Temple of the Tooth Relic (Sri Dalada Maligawa), one of the most sacred places of worship in the Buddhist world. It was declared a world heritage site by UNESCO in 1988.
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Day 5: Galle
Galle is a city on the southwest coast of Sri Lanka. It’s known for Galle Fort, the fortified old city founded by Portuguese colonists in the 16th century. Stone sea walls, expanded by the Dutch, encircle car-free streets with architecture reflecting Portuguese, Dutch and British rule. Notable buildings include the 18th-century Dutch Reformed Church. Galle Lighthouse stands on the fort’s southeast tip.
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Day 6: Bentota
Exotic and lush, Brief Garden – Bevis Bawa once belonged to the most renowned landscape architect in Sri Lanka. Located 10 km (6.2 mi) from Bentota, the garden adopts a jungle habitat aesthetic, with thick leaves encroaching on the scattered paths. A vast array of sculptures fill the garden, while many hidden spaces with benches, tables, ponds, and a bathing fountain add charm to this unique attraction. Keep an eye out for exotic birds and monkeys while exploring this intimate green space.
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Day 7: Colombo
Colombo, the capital of Sri Lanka, has a long history as a port on ancient east-west trade routes, ruled successively by the Portuguese, Dutch and British. That heritage is reflected in its its architecture, mixing colonial buildings with high-rises and shopping malls. The imposing Colombo National Museum, dedicated to Sri Lankan history, borders sprawling Viharamahadevi Park and its giant Buddha.
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Day 8: Departure
TOUR LOCATION
History of the Fields
Day 1: Arrival - Negombo
Bandaranaike International Airport is the main international airport serving Sri Lanka. It is named after former Prime Minister S.W.R.D. Bandaranaike and is located in a suburb of Negombo, 20 miles north of the nation’s longstanding capital and commercial center, Colombo.
Day 2: Sigiriya Or Sinhagiri
After breakfast leave to Sigiriya to explore and experience the history and the architectural fetures of Sigiriya Rock Fortress. At the Sigiriya Site there will be a curator or an architect to explain the history and the architectural features of Sigiriya Rock Fortress. A senior archeologist will accompany for dinner at the hotel and will have a total brief on Sigirya. Overnight stay at Sigiriya
Day 3: Sigiriya to Polannaruwa
After breakfast leave to Polonnaruwa to explore and experience the history and the architectural marvels of Polonnaruwa ancient kingdom. In Polonnaruwa an expert will be available to explain and have a lengthy discussion and a brief of the architectural background of Polonnaruwa. After late lunch will be back to Sigiriya. Dinner and overnight stay in Sigiriya
Day 4: Polannaruwa to Kandy
After breakfast departure to Kandy and visit the national museum, The Temple Of Tooth relic, and explore Kandyan architecture. During the stay in Kandy a prominent kandyan architect will accompany for all the sites. The architect will host evening tea while having a compressive briefing about the kandyan architecture. Overnight dinner and stay in Kandy
Day 5: Kandy to Galle
After breakfast departure to Galle Fort, which was build in 1588 by Portuguese and thereafter forfeited by the Dutch in the 17th century. Overnight stay in Galle
Day 6: Galle to Bentota
After breakfast leave to Beruwala brief garden by Bevis Bawa and will meet one of the senior architect who had been closely working with Bawa’s and will have a full evening section about the architecture of Srilanka. Overnight dinner and stay in Beruwala
Day 7: Bentota | Colambo
After breakfast visit to Colombo and explore the modern and enciton architecture in Colombo and visit the office of prominent architect and discuss and obtain the total experience of all the sites visited during the period. Overnight dinner and stay in Colombo,
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ADDITIONAL INFO
Sri Lankan architecture displays a rich variety of architectural forms and styles. Buddhism has had a significant influence on Sri Lankan architecture, since it was introduced to the island in the 3rd Century BCE. Traditionally, Indian and East Asian architecture have been the most significant forms of foreign influence on Sri Lankan architecture and both have played a significant role in shaping it. Architectural influences from Southeast Asia have also influenced the development of Sri Lankan architecture and vice versa. Techniques and styles developed in Europe, transported to the country via colonialism, also played a major role in the architecture of Sri Lanka later on. Many buildings survive from the Dutch and British period of occupation.