Presentation done by Jetwing Travels new recruits: -Milani Wikremarathne -Shanaka Rukshan -Cliyon Isidor -Nuwan Amaratunga

1. AYUBOWAN!!!!!

2. • Dambulla
• Hotels Visited
• Sigiriya
• Findings
• Suggestions

3. Dambulla

4. Dambulla Golden Rock Cave
Temple
The construction and modern maintenance of the
Dambulla Cave Temple occurred along the following
time-
rough time-line:
7th to 3rd century BC: Early inhabitants
1st century BC: Paintings and statues
5th century AD: The stupa was built
12th century AD: Addition of the statues of Hindu gods
18th century AD: Most of what we see today
19th century AD: An additional cave and some repainting
20th century AD:UNESCO restoration and lighting
165km from away from Colombo
72km from Kandy
148km from Airport

5. Believed to be the work of King Nissanka Malla, who wrote
all of his workings and commanded all villagers around to
contribute to the Temple from the harvest that they make….

6. Cave of the Divine King: the first of the Dambulla Caves,
the Cave of the Divine King is home to a 14 meter long Buddha
statue carved out of a single rock.
Reclining Buddha Statue
• There are 3 Buddha Statues
• Nirwana Position of Buddha shows the passing away of
Buddha during enlightenment of Buddha.

7. Cave of the Great Kings: the second of the Dambulla Caves,
the Cave of the Great Kings contains 56 statues of the
Buddha
• There are 62 Buddha Statues
• It’s the Biggest cave out of all
• There is a miracle water Pot in this cave

8. Great New Monastery
In this cave there are 2 statues
of load Buddha protected by
muchulinda (Cobra) from the
rain while he is meditating
The third cave, the Maha Alut Vihara, the “Great
New Monastery” acquired ceiling and wall
paintings in the typical Kandy style during the
reign of King Kirti Sri Rajasingha (1747-1782), the
famous Buddhist revivalist. In addition to the 50
Buddha statues, there is also a statue of the King.

9. • Its called as Queens Cave
• This cave was made for the
queen of King Walagamba
• It is said that the valuables
of the Queen used to be kept
in the Stupa, however was
stolen during war.

10. Sigiriya
The Golden Ear of Sigiriya was
during King Kasyapa, born to a non-
royal lady, wanted to be king even
though the rightful heir for the
throne was Moggallana, who was
younger to him…Most of the
structures found in Sigiriya are built
by King Kasyapa during his time till
Moggallana captured Sri Lanka.
• 155 km from the Air port
• 180 km from Colombo
• 25 km from Dambulla
• 100 km away from Kandy

11. • Sigiriya Frescos was first discovered by Reis Devis in 1831
• The Graffiti was discovered by H.C.P. Bell in 1894
• Benjamin Rowland was the first to study the painterly technique at Sigiriya which is
very much similar to paintings at Ajanta.
• It is one of the important urban planning in the first millennium, with combines
concepts of symmetry and asymmetry .
• water gardens, contain a complex network of underground water distribution system,
which provides water to the Royal baths
• Covering an area of around 1.6 hectares, the remains of the foundations show that the
summit would have been completely covered with buildings. A pond scooped out of
solid rock measuring 27m x 21m, looks like a modern rooftop pool. A smooth slab of flat
stone, often referred to as the kings stone throne, faces the rising sun.

12. THE HOTELS
WE HAVE VISITED …

14. Gimanhala Restaurant, Dambulla
Overview
The city of Dambulla is situated in the Matale District in the Central Province of Sri
Lanka, situated 148 km north-east of Colombo and 72 km north of Kandy.
Major attractions of the city include the largest and best preserved Cave temple complex
of Sri Lanka, and the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, famous for being built in
just 167 days. The city also boasts to have the largest rose quartz mountain range in
South Asia, and the Iron wood forest, or Namal Uyana.
Ibbankatuwa prehistoric burial site near Dhambulla cave temple complexes is the latest
archaeological site of significant historical importance found in Dambulla, which is
located within 3 kilometers of the cave temples providing evidence on presence of
indigenous civilisations long before the arrival of Indian influence on the Island nation.

15. About Gimanhala Reataurant
* From Colombo to Dambulla
Time Duration around 5Hrs
Travel Destination Approximately 148Km
* Between 75 – 100 persons can be seated

17. Hotel Dulyana, Anuradhapura
Overview
Anuradhapura is one of the ancient capitals of Sri Lanka, famous for its well-preserved ruins of
ancient Lankan civilization.
The city, now a UNESCO World heritage site , lies 205 km north of the current capital Colombo
in Sri Lanka's North central province, on the banks of the historic Malvathu Oya. It is one of the
Oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world and one of the eight World Heritage Sites Of
Sri Lanka.
From the 4th century BC, it was the capital of Sri Lanka until the beginning of the 11th century
AD. During this period it remained one of the most stable and durable centers of political power
and urban life in South Asia. The ancient city, considered sacred to the Buddhist world, is today
surrounded by monasteries covering an area of over sixteen square miles (40 km²).

18. About Hotel Dulyana
* From Dambulla To Anuradhapura
Time Duration around 3Hrs
Travel Destination Approximately 66 Km

19. Home
The newest luxury Hotel Dulyana located in North Central most point of Sri Lanka is only 222 km
drive from capital city of Colombo , which is owned and managed by ASB Group.
You will experience the most picturesque drives in Sri Lanka on your way to Hotel Dulyana from
the Bandaranayake International Airport , and as you continue further you will come across many
historical places of interest and breathtaking sceneries.
From the warm greetings and traditional drink presented on your arrival, Hotel Dulyana offers an
exclusive hospitality experience of a life time.
Our courteous, experienced and qualified staff will extend their assistance and pamper you from
the time you arrive, till your departure

20. Dinning Facilities
Between 50 – 75 persons can be seated

21. Accommodation
Hotel Dulyana
comprises of 28 rooms
lavish rooms ranging
from Deluxe rooms and
Suite rooms to
Apartments.
Room Facilities
- Air conditioning
- Bottled water
- Coffee Maker/tea Service
- Mini bar
- Hair Dryer
- Cable/Satellite TV
- All Local channels
- Color TV
- Safe deposit boxes, front des

22. Contact Details
Hotel Dulyana 488/18, Maithreepala Senanayake Mawatha,
Anuradhapura,
Sri Lanka.
Phone: +94 (0)25 4932290 Fax: +94 (0)25 4932293

23. The Royal Lotus, Polonnaruwa
Overview
The second most ancient of Sri Lanka’s kingdoms was first declared the capital city by King
Vijayabahu I, who defeated the Chola invaders in 1070 AD to reunite the country once more
under a local leader .

24. About The Royal Lotus
• From Anuradhapura to Polonnaruwa
Time Duration around 3Hrs
Travel Destination Approximately 101 Km

25. Home
- 54 Stylishly appointed en-suite rooms 3 floors with Baiconies
- Air conditioning , Satelite TV & IDD Telephones in all rooms
- Mini Bars in all Deluxe rooms on the 3rd Floor
- 2 Suites and Private Chalets
- One air-conditioned Restaurant and one out door Restaurant
- One air-conditioned Bar & pool side Bar
- Lobby features and a Juice cafe
- Loundry , Room service & Doctor on call available at all times
- Ayurvedhic Spa , Jewelry shop and Souvenir shop

26. Dinning Facilities
- Between 75 – 100 persons can be seated
Contact Details
Giritale, Polannaruwa
Giritale
Phone: 94272246316

27. Cinnamon Lodge, Habarana
Overview
Habarana is the central access point for Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa and Kandy; the cultural triangle
of Sri Lanka. No matter what a vacation entails; be it exploring the historical and cultural sites or
freeing one's self from mundane activities of life, make Chaaya Village Habarana hotel the destination
to visit.
It is the best place to experience the simple village living of Sri-Lanka. Made up of clustered lodges it
consists of 108 well appointed rooms, these spacious rooms have private balconies or verandas
overlooking the lake or the gardens; perfect for relaxation.
Infinity swimming pool, Tennis court, Badminton court and the Ayurveda health centre are some of
the in-house facilities. If guests want to explore the locality, Chaaya Village Habarana has different
experience packages on offer such as a morning hike in the Ritigala jungle, visiting Kalu Diya Pokuna
and Namal Uyana or a bullock cart ride in Hiriwadunna.

28. About Cinnamon Lodge
• From Polonnaruwa To Habarana
Time Duration around 1Hrs
Travel Destination Approximately 42 Km

29. Dinning Facilities
Between 150 – 200 persons can be seated

30. Hotel Facilities Hotel Services
• Ehala restaurant • 24 hour Room Service
• Lotus Restaurant • Laundry Service
• Tuskers Bar • Butler Service
• Swimming pool • Babysitting on request
• Azmaara Spa • Car wash on request
• Business Centre • Foreign exchange
• Library • Doctor on call
• Hotel Organized Excursions • Left luggage services
• Chess, Backgammon & Pool • Safety lockers
• Tennis & Badminton Court
• Butterfly Garden
• WiFi available in all public areas

31. Azmaara Spa
The spa creates an extraordinarily magical atmosphere and the soft, serene music enhances that
already peaceful ambiance, making you want to linger here as long as possible. Our Spa is unique
which bestows you with the most beautiful and comfortable feeling that you always yearn to sense
that gushes forth from the miraculous hands of the therapists.
Our treatments are;
• Massages
• Body Scrubs and Wraps
• Manicure and Pedicure
• Facials

32. Accommodation
Cinnamon Lodge Habarana has 68 superior rooms, 63 deluxe rooms, 2 superior suites and 4 large
two-bedroom suites on offer; each tastefully decorated and furnished to cater to the most discerning
clientele. All rooms are constructed as chalets of two up to eight units each and guests are given a
choice to stay on the ground floor or first floor. The rooms are painted with earthy colours and
decorated using mustards, oranges and moss green. Luxurious timber, hardwood and terracotta
floors ensure that the rooms have luxury in simplicity.
All rooms are air conditioned and equipped with safety deposit box, mini bar, bottled water, writing
desk and stationary, coffee and tea making facilities.
The spacious en-suite bathrooms of this luxuriously simplistic hotel are equipped with a hair dryer,
and you are also provided with complimentary toiletries for convenience.

33. Superior Rooms Deluxe Rooms
• Air conditioned • Air conditioned
• Safety Deposit Box • Safety Deposit Box
• Mini bar • Mini bar
• Tea and coffee making facilities • Tea and coffee making facilities
• Bottled drinking water • Bottled drinking water
• Telephone with IDD • Telephone with IDD
• Cable TV • Cable TV
• Hot and cold running water • DVD player
• Weighing scales • Hot and cold running water
• Ironing board • Bath tub
• Digital alarm clock • Weighing scales
• Umbrellas • Ironing board
• Shoe shine set • Digital alarm clock
• Complimentary Toiletries • Umbrellas
• Hair dryer • Shoe shine set
• Bathrobes and bedroom slippers • Complimentary Toiletries
• Stationery folder • Hair dryer
• Verandah • Bathrobes and bedroom slippers
• Local newspaper on request • Stationery folder
• Choice of pillow from our pillow menu • Verandah
• Local newspaper on request
• Choice of pillow from our pillow menu

34. Suites
• Air conditioned
• Safety Deposit Box
• Mini bar
• Tea and coffee making facilities
• Bottled drinking water
• Espresso machine
• In built radio
• Telephone with IDD
• Cable TV
• Hot and cold running water
• Weighing scales
• Ironing board
• Digital alarm clock
• Umbrellas
• Shoe shine set
• Complementary Toiletries
• Large Jacuzzi
• Hair dryer
• Bathrobes and bedroom slippers
• Stationery folder
• Verandah / terrace
• Local newspaper on request
• Choice of pillow from our pillow menu
• Butler service

35. Hotel Sigiriya , Sigiriya
Sigiriya is a large stone and ancient rock fortress and palace ruin in the central
Matale District of Sri lanka, surrounded by the remains of an extensive network of
gardens, reservoirs, and other structures. A popular tourist destination, Sigiriya is
also renowned for its ancient paintings which are reminiscent of the Ajanta Caves of
India. It is one of the eight World Heritage Sites Of Sri Lanka. It is also declared by
UNESCO as the 8th Wonder of the World.
Sigiriya may have been inhabited through prehistoric times. It was used as a rock-
shelter mountain Monastery from about the 5th century BC, with caves prepared
and donated by devotees of the Buddhist Sangha. According to the chronicles as
Mahavamsa the entire complex was built by King Kasyapa (AD 477 – 495), and after
the king's death, it was used as a Buddhist monastery until 14th century.
The Sigiri inscriptions were deciphered by the archaeologist Senarath
Paranavitharana in his renowned two-volume work, published by Cambridge, Sigiri
Graffiti and also Story of Sigiriya

36. About Hotel Sigiriya
•From Habarana To Sigiriya
Time Duration around 1Hrs
Travel Destination Approximately 24 Km

37. Dinning Facilities
Between 50 – 75 persons can be seated

40. Sigiriya Village, Sigiriya
• From Colombo To Sigiriya
Time Duration around 5 Hrs
Travel Destination Approximately 165 Km

41. About Sigiriya Village
Dinning Facilities
Between 50 – 75 persons can be seated
The hotel's main restaurant - located in a central area slightly aloof from the cottages - serves buffet-style
breakfast, lunch and dinner, as well as a la carte dining, while the bar serves both alcoholic and non-
alcoholic beverages.
Accommodation
Sigiriya Village has 100 rooms, individually designed earth-toned cottages, each with a bedroom with
exquisite bathroom, and private verandah. Standard and Superior cottages are on offer with or
without A/C.

43. Other Facilities
- satellite TV, telephone and mini bar.
- Clay-top tennis court
- Cycling
- Jogging track
- Jungle trekking
- Bird trail
- Kiddies park
- Rooms and public areas are WI-FI enabled
Ayurvedic Centre
Headed by an experienced Ayurvedic Physician, allows guests to experience this indigenous,
ancient healing wisdom, which provides the most natural methods of relaxing one's body and
mind. All the herbal oils, scrubs, and wraps used for the therapies are prepared using herbs from
the hotel's own garden
Contact Details
Sigiriya Village Hotel,
P.O Box 1,
Sigiriya,
Sri Lanka.
Tel / Fax : +94 (0) 662286803-6

44. Swiss Residence, Kandy
Overview
Kandy is the reputed ancient hill capital of Sri Lanka nearly 105km away from capital of
Colombo. It is is the famous city of Sinhalese history, culture, religion and pageantry. The
Kandyan Kingdom, the last independent state in Sri Lanka withstood the onslaught of three
invading European nations for over two centuries.
The islanders looked upon the King of Kandy as their King and the city of Kandy as the last
bastion of independent Buddhist thought, which gave spiritual strength and virtue to the
Kandyan people. Kandy can be explored on foot, with the higher altitude giving it a cool climate
conducive to long walks.
The city is visually rich with its narrow streets lined with old buildings and crowded with
people. The Municipal Market has superb displays of fruits, vegetables, textiles and clothing and
the man-made lake provides an attractive focal point in the heart of the city.

45. About Swiss Residence
• From Habarana To Kandy
Time Duration around 4 Hrs
Travel Destination Approximately 101 Km
The Swiss Residence, Kandy
Located 110km from the International Airport & 120km from the capital city - Colombo, The
Swiss Residence in Kandy, is on the steep Bahirwakanda hill. Kandy in general known as ‘Kanda
Udarata’ (hill country) it is no wonder The Swiss Residence, set on this sharp climb, gains the
advantage for breath taking views and a tingling, refreshing cool evening breeze.

46. Facilities
The Swiss Residence features 40 rooms, ranging from the Royal Suite, Deluxe & Standard
Rooms.
All rooms are designed keeping in mind the cozy, Kandyan hospitality with simple comfort and
creating a homely atmosphere, to make you feel completely at home, away from home.
All guest rooms are provided with air conditioning, ceiling fan, windows that open for fresh air,
piped music, Cable TV, mini bar,WIFI, tea/coffee making facilities, attached bathrooms with hot
& cold water & private balcony.
The following amenities are available on request
- Baby cot, laundry facilities, etc.
- Lounge Bar / Edelweiss Restaurant (150 covers)
- Banquet Hall (450 covers) / Conference Hall (60 covers)
- Open Air Beer Garden / Shopping Arcade including a Gem Shop
- Pool table & other indoor recreations / Swimming Pool
- Discotheque ‘Blackout’ / Wireless Internet Access
- Safety Deposit boxes / Car Park within the premises
- Housekeeping / Launderette

48. Contact Details
The Swiss Residence
23, Bahirawakanda,
Kandy,
Sri Lanka.
Tel : + 94 81 2204646/47 , +94 81
4479055/56
Fax : +94 81 2204648
Email: info@swissresidence.lk
Web: www.swissresidence.lk

49. Chaaya Citadel, Kandy
Overview
Located approximately 488m above sea level, Kandy is the last Royal capital of Sri Lanka and
home to the Sacred Tooth Relic of Lord Buddha. Chaaya Citadel Kandy offers a hotel stay that
takes you back in time. The hotel is located away from the hustle and bustle of the city but near
enough to access the cultural marvels that Kandy has to offer. Offering spectacular views of the
lush green mountains and the wandering path of the Mahaveli River, Chaaya Citadel Kandy
houses 122 spacious rooms.
Chaaya Citadel Kandy offers a variety of activities that would present one with rich insights into
the stories of Kandyan legends and the unique features Kandy has to offer, such as an excursion
to the historically and culturally rich temples, visit to a tea factory, a scenic trek in the Knuckles
mountain range and a dive in a natural rock pool or even a Kandyan dancing lesson. For those
visitors who prefer a much laid back vacation the hotel offers a dip in the pool, a round of Golf
at the Victoria Golf course or even a relaxing herbal body massage.
Be mesmerized by this ancient kingdom, from Chaaya Citadel, Kandy one of the most graceful
Kandy hotels.

50. About Chaaya Citadel, Kandy
• From Colombo To Kandy
Time Duration around 3 Hrs
Travel Destination Approximately 115 Km

51. Dinning Facilities
Between 150 – 200 persons can be seated

52. Hotel Facilities
-Restaurants
- Main Buffet Restaurant
- Fine Dining
- Swimming Pool
- Lounge & Bar
- Pool Bar
- Business Centre
- Hotel Organized Excursions
- Conference Facilities
Hotel Services
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Babysitting Service
- Foreign exchange
- Safety lockers
- Doctor on call
- Left luggage service

53. Accommodation
Chaaya Citadel Kandy houses 122 rooms spread across two wings of the hotel. 97 Superior rooms
are available in the old wing while 22 deluxe rooms and 2 suites are available in the new wing.
The rooms of this exceptional Kandy hotel are painted in warm colours and complimented by
pieces of furniture crafted by Kandyan Artisans and highlighted with Kandyan tapestries.
All rooms are air-conditioned and equipped with, Cable TV, a hair drier, a safety deposit box,
telephones with IDD facilities, glass shower cubicle, a well-stocked mini-bar, complimentary tea
and coffee making facilities and toiletries. Moreover the hotel offers wake-up service. The deluxe
rooms have the additional amenities such as a DVD player, bathrobes and bathroom slippers.

54. Suites Deluxe Rooms
• Mini bar • Mini bar
• Cable TV • Cable TV
• DVD player • DVD player
• Large bath • Large bath
• Shower cubical • Shower cubical
• Telephone with IDD • Telephone with IDD
• Tea and coffee making facilities • Tea and coffee making facilities
• Bathrobes and bathroom slippers • Bathrobes and bathroom slippers
• Complimentary toiletries(wider range) • Complimentary toiletries(wider range)
• Bath tub • Bath tub
• Safety deposit box • Safety deposit box
• Spacious sitting area
Superior Rooms
• Mini bar
• Cable TV
• Shower cubical
• Tea and coffee making facilities
• Hair dryer
• Complimentary toiletries
• Telephone with IDD

56. Mahaweli Reach, Kandy
• From Colombo To Kandy
Time Duration around 3 Hrs
Travel Destination Approximately 115 Km

57. Tucked away in Kandy, the lush green hill capital of the island, the Mahaweli Reach Hotel will
captivate your imagination no sooner you enter its elegant setting. The smiles of our people will not
only complement the warmth of our hotel, but will also add to the personal level of luxurious
service that each and every one of our guests is given.
Mahaweli Reach Hotel is situated in the city of Kandy, which is located a little over two hour’s
journey from Colombo. The trip will take one through some breathtaking mountain scenery.
The Hotel acquires its name due to its unique location along Sri Lanka’s longest river, the great
Mahaweli. It is located only a few minute’s away from the city of Kandy and is the perfect location as it
gives access to the city.
Mahaweli Reach Hotel has the honour of being the first hotel in Kandy to obtain five star rating and
continues to be the benchmark for hotels in the city.

58. Dinning Facilities
Between 100 – 150 persons can be seated

59. Accommodation
112 tastefully decorated rooms await you, complete with breathtaking views of the grand
Mahaweli River or the tropical garden of the hotel. All rooms provide you with the following simple
luxuries.
The hotel gives you the choice of 04 magnificent suites in addition to the Deluxe Rooms. The 2
suites, The Presidential Suite and The Executive Suite, are designed for distinctive extravagance.
Junior Suites
- Sitting area
- Jacuzzi
- Room safe
- Mini bar
- Home theatre system / LCD screens
- Fax / IDD Telephones
- Private balconies
Executive Suite
Telephone with IDD facility , TV , Piped music , Mini-bar , Room safes , A private balcony ,
24-hour room service Sitting / dining area , Guest toilet , Air-conditioning & fans , Wall-to-
wall carpeting River / garden & pool view

60. Presidential Suite
Telephone with IDD facility , TV , Piped music , Mini-bar , Room safes , A private balcony ,
24-hour room service , 2 bedrooms , Jacuzzi in master bedroom , Large sitting / dining area ,
Kitchenette , Guest toilet , Air-conditioning & fans , Wall-to-wall carpeting , Garden / pool
view
Deluxe Room
Telephone with IDD facility , TV , Piped music , Mini-bar , Room safes , A private balcony ,
24-hour room service , Air-conditioning & fans , Garden / pool / river view

62. • We climbed Sigiriya in the Morning, starting at around 9.00am
local time
• we learnt a bit of History as to how Sigiriya was first founded, the
political era of Sigiriya and Buddhist Monastery of Sigiriya
• Witnessed the famous Sigiriya frescos
• The Mirror wall is on the way to the top
• The top most level of the rock, with a beautiful scenery and the
remaining of the Kingdom.

63. • The best time to climb Sigiriya would be early morning, at
around 6.00 am or after 5.00pm in the afternoon
• Sigiriya could be promoted as a place for meditation, as we
observed the peaceful surroundings with the cool breeze, it is
one of the best for peaceful meditation programs for travelers.
• Also Sigiriya alone could be promoted under following
categories:
1. Study of Sigiriya Rock
2. Meditation program for Explorers of Sigiriya
3. Study the wild life and nature around Sigiriya: Bird
watching, Dragon flies and Butter fly watching, Reptile
observation and Other flora and Fauna
4. Bullock cart ride, Elephant ride with a specially prepared
Traditional meal

64. Wild Life in Sigiriya

67. Experience a Sri
Lankan style boat
ride in the
Dambulla lake