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A Master of Kandyan Dance

NITTAWEKA GUNAYA Among Kandyan dancers Nittawela Gunaya earned recognition as one of the highest performing masters as well as master teachers. Through his studies under his uncle Suramba he achieved fame as a dancer. International success arrived for him when he staged his performance during 1927 in Germany. He merged his dance routine with traditional Kandyan dance alongside dramatic performing elements to create a distinctive style unique to himself. Gunaya gained fame for his solo dancing through his Vannamas movements which he performed alone. Through Vannamas dancers can express animals as well as natural elements. Through his imaginative approach he made the dances more crowd-popular by implementing his distinctive dance style. Gunaya gave his standout performance at the 1948 Sri Lankan independence event by delivering the Thuranga Vannama which depicted Prince Siddhartha abandoning his royal status to embark on a journey of self-enlightenment. Through his work Gunaya establ...

A Beautiful Floral Escap

ROBAROSIA FLOWER LANE Travelers discover beautiful floral scenery at Robarosia Flower Lane which exists in Sri Lanka. This secretive floral hideaway excites all nature enthusiasts who seek experience the beautiful blooms of flowers. The whole lane displays numerous flower varieties which produce a serene welcoming feeling.  The flower pathway reveals beautiful red flowers together with yellow and white blooms to people who stroll its length. Jasmine bougainvillea and orchids are among the flowers that grow at Robarosia Flower Lane. The lovely perfume of these blossoms scents the area allowing walkers to have an enhanced experience. People visit Robarosia Flower Lane for inspiring blossoms yet additionally use it as a quiet area to appreciate nature. The area offers an ideal spot for both relaxation while wandering quietly and for photographing gorgeous floral species. You should visit this lane because it provides both floral beauty along with serene moments among nature.

Where Serenity Meets the Sea

THALPE BEACH   The southern Sri Lankan coast presents Thalpe Beach as a peaceful and attractive destination near Galle. The pristine coastline exposes its light golden sandy shore and reveals sparkling clear waves which provide an ideal spot for relaxation. Guests can experience tranquility at this beach location because it avoids heavy crowds. Swimmers and snorkelers find this location suitable because colorful coral reefs exist near the water's edge. The small beachside resorts combined with villas that surround the area provide visitors with calm accommodation options. The beach area offers a combination of natural lagoon beauty and verdant natural environment which visitors can experience during their stay. Thalpe Beach presents a secret ocean haven where palm trees combine with the peaceful wave sounds. Vacationers can use this beach area for a love-filled trip or for having lunch or spending time enjoying peaceful oceanfront relaxation. The pleasant beach experience at ...

The Pride of Ambalangoda

MASK DANCE   People perform traditional Sri Lankan mask dance by wearing vibrant and colorful masks. Masks illustrate multiple personalities starting from animals and demons before featuring gods and human characters. These masks serve two essential functions since they enable performers to deliver meaningful lessons and narrate tales. The dance requires performance during religious events together with ceremonies and festivals. People perceive masks to perform spiritual functions of removing negative spirits while simultaneously bringing positive blessings. The performers dress in particular costumes and perform energetic movements to portray each character during the show. While performing these dances actors use their hands and face to convey emotions of their portrayed characters. Traditional drum music maintains the writing tempo while making the performance more energetic throughout the performance. Sri Lankan legends alongside myths serve as the subject matter for most danc...

The Majestic Sigiriya

SIGIRIYA  Sigiriya is a huge rock in Sri Lanka that rises about 600 feet above the ground. A king named Kasyapa lived there a long time ago. To get to the top, where his palace was, you need to climb 1,270 steps . Sigiriya is a famous historical site, called the eighth wonder of the world. It's best to visit early in the morning before it gets too hot or crowded. At the bottom of the rock, you can walk through beautiful gardens, including water gardens with ponds and fountains. There are also boulder gardens with big rocks, which were once part of an old monastery. But no matter what, you’ll always be looking up at the giant Sigiriya rock. Near the top, there’s a spot called the Lion’s Gate. It has two big stone lion paws. The face of a lion was once carved in the rock, but it’s mostly worn away now. This is how Sigiriya got its name, which means “lion rock.” Once you reach the top, you’ll see the ruins of the palace and gardens, along with old walls. The view of the jungle below ...

A Kottu Experience Like No Other

SPICY CHICKEN KOTTU in hot plate restaurant  A taste of the outstanding Chicken kottu prepared at Hot Plate Restaurant in Kuliyapitiya became my favorite food of the day. My friend joined me when I experienced this taste for the first time. The particular chicken devil flavor in this kottu made it delightfully tasty to eat. Customers can modify the hotness level according to their personal preference.   Each serving of chicken kottu caters to four people at a price which makes it affordable. At Hot Plate Restaurant customers have the choice to eat in the restaurant or take their meals for later use. Every staff member provides a welcoming attitude to customers. The Kuliyapitiya area residents should consider visiting Hot Plate Restaurant. The food experience will provide you with the same satisfaction that it offered me.