The History of Sri Lanka ______________

Sri Lanka has a long history that goes back to the dawn of time. The history of the Sinhala people began with the arrival of an Indian prince named Vijaya. On the island of Lanka, Vijaya discovered that it was already inhabited, by a people called Yaksha. He took as his wife the queen of the Yakshas. Later, Vijaya took another wife, a Pandyan princess from South India, and They were regarded as the earliest settlers of Lanka.

Buddhism was introduced to Lanka in the 3rd century BC. It came about when a Buddhist missionary, Bhikkhu Mahinda, who is the brother of the Buddhist Emperor Asoka of India, arrived in Lanka, and succeeded in converting the Sinhalese King Devanampiyatissa at Mihintale.

Timing your holiday

As with any tropical country, Sri Lanka has a rainy season and a dry season. 

Depending on the type of vacation you intend having, you should select your locations. Beach holidays are best during the driest months when the seas are calm. However the climate varies in different parts of the island according to the monsoon rains. December to March are the driest and best seasons on the west and south coasts and in the hill country, while the eastern coast enjoys its dry spell during May to September. Two major cultural pageants, the Kandy Perahera and the Kataragama festival take place in July/August each year.

Sri Lanka, which is not only the lustrous Pearl of the Indian Ocean

Take a glimpse of Sri Lanka, which is not only the lustrous Pearl of the Indian Ocean, but one of the most exciting locations for your next meeting, conference or Incentive Tour.

You will be enticed by the rich diversity of sights and sensations that this little island has to offer. Step into the island and discover. Sri Lanka’s celebrated approach to hospitality that is world-renowned.