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      Time table India-Sri Lanka 08 Five ODI series
      From the month of August Indian cricket team will play five ODI matches against Sri Lankan cricket team in Sri Lanka after finishing three test matches. Cricket fans can hope for very exciting ODI cricket series between India and Sri Lanka. Indian team will definitely put its hard efforts to win this series. Sri Lankan team will be also very upbeat after defeating India in Asia cup finals. Below f

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      Indian team for Sri Lanka India 2008 test series and Time table
      Finally, Cricket season is again back as Indian team will leave for Sri Lanka for playing three tests and five one day matches. For test series BCCI has decided to rest M S Dhoni because he was complaining about excessive cricket play from some time. Board also decided to drop Yuvraj singh from this test series. Four big guns of Indian cricket Rahul Dravid, Sachin Tendulkar, Sourav Ganguly and VVS

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      Sri Lanka Tourism helps fund temple mural restoration
      Gothami Viharaya located in the heart of Colombo, is home to some of the most beautiful murals, painted by, world renowned Sri Lankan artist George Keyt. The restoration of the temple and its murals; a project costing over Rs.70 million is funded by the temple’s Dayaka Sabha ,The George Keyt Foundation and well wishers. The [...]

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      Hikkaduwa Beach Fest 2008, Sri Lanka
      It’s party time at Hikkaduwa when Sri Lanka Tourism’s mega fun event the Hikkaduwa Beach Fest 2008 gets underway from July 30th to August 3rd 2008. DJ’s Lisa Littlewood from Scotland, Master J from United Kingdom, Jorge Jamarillo from Denmark, Paul Mendez from USA among others will be in attendance to provide entertainment for the [...]

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      Wild elephant population rising in Sri Lanka
      Sri Lanka’s wild elephant population has shown a marked increase over the last 10 years. Environment and Natural Resources Minister Patali Champika Ranawaka said that there were 1,099 elephants in the North Western Province in 1993 and the number has increased to twice as many in 2004. The minister said, “there are 450 elephants in Udawalawe [...]

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      Sigiriya Village Hotel, Sigiriya, Sri Lanka
      DELUXE LODGE |120 EARTH-TONED COTTAGES Located in the midst of serene jungle surroundings the Sigiriya Village Hotel resides in the shadow of the magnificent rock fortress itself. Visit the Sigiriya Village and enjoy impeccable service and royal treatment bestowed upon you by gracious staff. The architecture of the hotel is fabulous and most impressively complements [...]

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      Elephant Corridor Hotel, Sigiriya, Sri Lanka
      LUXURY BOUTIQUE HOTEL | 21 SUITES Leave your worldly cares behind. Breathe the spirit of wilderness. Rejuvenate yourself, in the tranquil surrounds of thousands of acres of jungle beside the lake, against the backdrop of the breathtaking Kandalama hills, with its all-suite accommodation concept - Elephant Corridor. The Elephant Corridor Hotel is amongst the most luxuriously [...]

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      Indian Squad for Sri Lanka tour - Gautam Gambhir and P.Ojha got selected
      Indian selector picked sixteen members squad for the three match test series against the Sri Lankan’s. While M.S Dhoni as requested by him has given rest for the test series while Yuvraj Singh and Md. Kaif has been not included in the sixteen member squad. Yuvraj Singh dodgy form finally was too much for the Indian selctors to hide, as they dropped the mercurial left-hander from the Test squad

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      Asia Cup - Final India v Sri Lanka at Karachi Full Highlights
      Asia Cup - final India v Sri Lanka 2008 season Played at National Stadium, Karachi (neutral venue), on 6 July 2008 - day/night (50-over match). India’s bad record of Final remains the same as before as they lost yet another important final . Eight years ago, , Sanath Jayasuriya scored a magnificent 189 before Sri Lanka’s bowlers sent India tumbling to 54 all out, and a humiliating 245-run

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      Asia Cup - 11th Match India Vs Sri Lanka at Karachi Full Highlights
      Asia Cup - 11th match, Super Four India v Sri Lanka 2008 season Played at National Stadium, Karachi (neutral venue), on 3 July 2008 - day/night (50-over match) . Final Scorecard: Sri Lanka 308 for 8 (Kapugedera 75, Jayawardene 50, Silva 50) India 310 for 4 (Gambhir 68, Dhoni 67, Raina 54) Result India won by 6 wickets (with 19 balls remaining) Player of the match MS Dhoni (India) Asia Cup - 11th

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      Asia Cup: India wins toss, elects to bowl against Sri Lanka
      Indian captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni won the toss Sunday and opted to bowl first against defending champion Sri Lanka in the final of the Asia Cup at National Stadium. India made one change from the team that won its last Super Four game against Sri Lanka on Thursday with middle-order batsman Robin Uthappa replacing fast bowler Praveen Kumar.Sri Lanka brought in main bowlers — left-arm paceman Ch

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      Live Score India Sri Lanka Asia cup 08 Final match (06/07/08)
      Below get live scores of India Sri Lanka Asia cup Final cricket match from Karachi (Pakistan). This cricket match is very crucial for both teams and both teams will try their best to win this game. By winning this game, India will try to improve their Asia cup performance. Both teams are equally strong, therefore, we can hope for a good entertainment oriented match. Sri Lanka’s main strong point

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      Asia Cup 2008 India vs Sri Lanka Final Match Score Card
      India vs Sri Lanka July 6th Sunday, Final Match, Asia Cup 2008, ind vs sl, live score card, watch, final, 2008 asia cup final, live streaming, star cricket, batting cardIts all ready for the final show in the Asia Cup 2008. The two big teams head up with each other in the grand finale. As already known Sri Lanka are the defending champions as they won in 2004, while India enetred Final of Asia Cup

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      Asia Cup Final Match | Sri Lanka vs India | Watch Free Online Streaming
      On 6th July, 2008 Sri Lanka will play India in the Final match of Asia Cup Tournament 2008. Sri Lanka won 3 matches and India secured their position in the Final in the last match against Sri Lanka. Both teams will be charged up to win the supremacy of Asian Cricket nations. It have been [...]

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      India Vs Sri Lanka – Cracking encounter expected between two Asian Giants in the Final
      Indian team flying high on confidant after beating Sri Lanka in their last league match of Super Four now keen to repeat the same performance against same opposition at same venue to snatch the Asia Cup title from the hands of current defending Champion Sri Lanka. On the other hand Sri Lanka rested their two most valuable players who have performed well so far throughout the tournament and

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      Live score India Sri Lanka Asia Cup 08 (03/07/2008)
      Below enjoy live scores of Sri Lanka India super four Asia cup 08 match. This match is very-2 crucial for India because India lost yesterday’s match with Pakistan. Now, if India also loss this match then India can be out of final of Asia cup on net run rate basis. Sri Lanka is not worried about the outcome of this match because they have already fixed their place in final by winning all matches

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      India beat Sri Lanka by Six Wickets to advance into the Final of Asia Cup
      Indian team chase down 309 runs quite easily against the Sri Lankan’s to march into the Final of Asia Cup which will be played on 6th of July Sunday against the same opponents. Indian team never looked out of shorts chasing this formidable total set by the Sri Lanka as they went on to achieve the target quite easily in the 47th over with the loss of just four wickets. There were times when Indi

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      India Vs Sri Lanka – a must win game for the Indians
      After loosing to Pakistan in their last game now India have kept the hopes of Pakistan's alive in the tournament and found themselves in a must win game against Sri Lanka. India needs just a win against the Sri Lanka to ensure their berth in the final nothing more than that. On the other hand if Sri Lanka manages to beat India in today’s important clash then it will all come to the last game

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      Grand Hotel, Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka
      COLONIAL DELUXE HOTEL | 156 STANDARD ROOMS | 65 DELUXE ROOMS | 6 SUITES The Grand Hotel in the hill station Nuwara Eliya has a heritage exceeding a 100 years. The former residence of Sir Edward Barnes, Governor of Sri Lanka from 1830 to 1850 and the Grand Hotel is an excellent example of a mansion [...]

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      St.Andrew’s Hotel, Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka
      HILL COUNTRY DELUXE HOTEL | 40 DELUXE ROOMS | 5 SUITES | 7 FAMILY SUITES Step back in time to the days of colonial British Raj, where cricket, golf and afternoon tea were the order of the day. Cradled amidst mist-covered mountains 6,162 feet above sea level, St. Andrew’s Hotel is a Tudor-style colonial mansion, with [...]

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      Asia Cup - 9th Match Bangladesh v Sri Lanka 2008 Full Highlights
      Asia Cup - 9th Match, Super Four Bangladesh v Sri Lanka 2008 season Played at National Stadium, Karachi (neutral venue), on 30 June 2008 - day/night (50-over match). Jayasuriya blasting hundred and Sangakkara sensible hundred had made Sri Lanka one step close to Asia CUP as they got 332/8 in 50 overs. Today Bangladesh looked totally helpless in front of Sri Lankan Openers who smashed the ball out

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      Great Places To See In India, Sri Lanka, Singapore And Malaysia
      India Come to the land of mysticism and modernity. Must visits include Rajasthan with its splendid forts and palaces. Enjoy desert Safari at Sand Dunes near Jaisalmer. Ride on top of the camels and live in nomad style tents with all modern amenities. Don’t forget to carry your own sunscreen and bottle of water. Come; see the Taj, the gift of eternal love from an Emperor for his beloved Empress,

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      Asia Cup - 8th Match Pakistan Vs Sri Lanka at Karachi Full Highlights
      Short Highlights : Sangakara Century : Click Here to Watch Mendis Bowling : Click Here to Watch Shoaib & Younis Batting : Click Here to Watch MisBah-Ul-Haq Batting : Click Here to Watch Extra Highlights : Sangakkara Innings : Click Here to Watch Grand Sixes : Click Here to Watch Presentation Ceremony : Click Here to Watch Full Highlights : Sri Lanka Innings : Click Here to Watch Pakistan

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      K. Sangkara Century helped Sri Lanka to beat Pakistan by 64 Runs
      Kumar Sangkara scored a brilliant century for his team to post a challenging 302/7 on the board after put into bat by the Pakistan skipper and then their Pace bowler and spinner did a fantastic job to restrict the Pakistanis batsman for just 238/9 to register a 64 runs victory. Chasing the huge total things didn't go well for Pakistan at any stage as Salman Butt was bowled first ball of the

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      Ranweli Holiday Village, Negombo, Sri Lanka
      ECO FRIENDLY RESORT | 84 A/C BUNGALOWS Ranweli Holiday Village is an eco-friendly resort located on a 22-acre peninsula where mangrove forests and winding rivers converge to meet the sea. Located only 18 km from Colombo’s International Airport, Ranweli is the perfect base to explore the fascinating history, culture and nature of Sri Lanka. Enjoy a [...]

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      Eco-tourism saving Sri Lanka’s elephants
      Eco-tourism in Sri Lanka is thriving according to the Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau (SLTPB) as is evident from a series of sustainable tourism projects in the island nation. A case in point is Sri Lanka’s elephant orphanage at Pinnawela which is breeding elephants in captivity in a sprawling 25-acre coconut plantation. “The elephant population in [...]

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      Blue Oceanic Beach Hotel, Negombo, Sri Lanka
      DELUXE BEACH RESORT | 102 A/C ROOMS | 2 FAMILY SUITES In a lush tropical garden set out in the vicinity of a golden stretch of the Negombo shoreline, the Blue Oceanic Beach Hotel offers exquisite service and accommodation with spectacular sea views from their large private terraces. The Blue Oceanic Beach Hotel is located 12 km [...]

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      Club Hotel Dolphin, Waikkal, Negombo, Sri Lanka
      FAMILY BEACH RESORT | 146 DELUXE A/C ROOMS AND CHALETS The Club Hotel Dolphin is in Waikkal, a northern suburb of Negombo. The hotel is set in lush tropical gardens just steps away from the beach and has become a popular first-stop for most travellers as its location is only 12miles from the Bandaranaike International [...]

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      The Beach, Jetwing Beach, Negombo, Sri Lanka
      75 LUXURY ROOMS | 3 LUXURY SUITES The Jetwing Beach, Negombo, a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the world, lies nestled among the palm trees, along a beautiful sun-drenched beach in the coastal town of Negombo. It takes one to an ultramarine world of colourful interiors where each of the rooms open on to [...]

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      Asia Cup 2008 Schedule; Asia Cup 2008 Fixtures involving Sri Lanka, India, Pakistan, Hong Kong, Bangladesh and UAE
      The Asia Cup will be an interesting tournament as it gives young-guns the opportunity to play with the big-guns of international cricket. Relatively inexperienced teams like UAE and Hong Kong get to play with with experienced teams like India and Pakistan which not only helps then in building their game, but also helps generate interest in this sport in their countries. The schedule for the Asia

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      Asia Cup 2008 Squad for all teams (India, Sri Lanka, Pakistan)
      Here are the squads for all six teams participating in Asia Cup 2008. The tournament will begin from 24th of June 2008, when Bangladesh take on United Arab Amirates at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore. The tournament will feature total 13 matches including the big Final of Asia Cup 2008 at National Stadium Karachi to be played on 6th of July 2008. Indian Squad: Virender Sehwag, Gautam Gambhir, Rohit

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      Captivating Sri Lanka
      The innumerable interests offered by Sri Lanka to its tourists give it a somewhat of a paradise status! The scenic beauty of Sri Lanka is so pristine that it never fails to captivate, no matter how many times you may have visited the island nation before. Just imagine a holiday amidst tropical beaches, culture, monuments, and ancient cities. Could anyone ask for anything else to relax their tired

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      Asia Cup 2008 Preview: Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, UAE, Hong Kong
      INDIA:Will once again be without their big three and the form of their bowlers particularly that of Sharma, their key weapon has been a cause for concern and this is their only weak area if at all. Their batting is top notch even without their biggies but it will come down to how their young guns handle pressure in the absence of their experienced players. PAKISTAN:Playing at home and having just

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      Mount Lavinia Hotel, Colombo, Sri Lanka
      4 STARS COLONIAL HOTEL | 275 A/C ROOMS & SUITES The Mount Lavinia Hotel is a legacy of Sri Lanka ’s Colonial Heritage. It stands as a monument to the forbidden love of a Governor General and a local mestizo dancer who cast a spell on his heart. Time stands still in the corridors of this grand [...]

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      Arrival of Buddhism. The cultural, social development in Sri Lanka
      Until the introduction of Buddhism, the inhabitants of this country believed in ghosts, sun, rocks, mountains, trees, fire and the dead which are lifeless objects. They had spectral or phantasmal powers and viands were offered to demons and ghosts which benefited them in no way but instead increased their awe inspiring terror and dismay. They thought they were punished if they failed to make the

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      ASUS introduces P750 latest PDA phone in Sri Lanka
      EPSI Computers, authorized distributor for ASUS in Sri Lanka announced that ASUS has introduced it’s latest PDA phone. the P750. Sankha Jayaratne, GroupProduct Manager Epsi Computers stated that The P750 is a fully loaded Tri-Band GSM PDA phone with GPS capabilities as well as Wi-Fi, 3.5G with HSDPA and Bluetooth with A2DP connectivity. This particular [...]

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      Elephant Reach Hotel, Yala, Sri Lanka
      DELUXE NATURE RESORT | 21 A/C CHALETS Elephant Reach Hotel is a new property located at the southern most point of Sri Lanka and approximately 265 km from the capital city of Colombo. The hotel is conveniently located with easy access to all the wonderful sites in the region. This unique nature resort sits on 4 acres [...]

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      Indian sponsored Tamil terror in Sri Lanka continues unabated
      India has a plan. Most recently the long term plan has been discussed in “The India Doctrine.” The plan wants to destabilize all the smaller states around “India“, then call them “failed states” and then take them over. Sending armed terrorists across the border for 60 years is one way to do it. Whether it was Hydrabad, Junagarh, Manvadar or Kashmir in 1948 or Sikkim, the plan remains

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      Mahaweli Reach Hotel, Kandy, Sri Lanka
      FIVE STARS DELUXE RESORT | 4 SUITES | 112 DELUXE ROOMS “A wonderful stay again..! Staff extremely helpful and hotel again fantastic…” Reg Dickason England Cricket Team 5th December 2007 In the Royal City of Kandy, the lush green hill capital of Sri Lanka, the Mahaweli Reach Hotel will captivate your imagination no sooner you enter its elegant interiors. [...]

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      Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage, Sri Lanka
      This video post is intended to give you an idea of what to expect when visiting the orphanage…Enjoy! Video: Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage in Sri Lanka The Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage was started in 1975 by the Department of Wildlife on a twenty-five acre coconut estate on the Maha Oya river at Rambukkana. The orphanage was primarily designed to [...]

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      Victoria Golf & Country Resort, Kandy, Sri Lanka
      “Some golf courses have a splendid undulating terrain over which the holes are routed. Some golf courses have a scenic backdrop of hills and lakes, which excite the senses. However, the Victoria Golf Course near Kandy is blessed with both attributes” - Donald Steel, Golf Architect THE COURSE Victoria offers a unique golfing challenge to players of all [...]

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      Earls Regency Hotel and Spa, Kandy, Sri Lanka
      FIVE STARS HOTEL | 85 AC STANDARD ROOMS | 15 DELUXE | 4 SUITES | 2 PENTHOUSES The grandeur of an ancient Citadel adorned with contemporary five star luxuries. A landmark of impeccable taste and unique style where one can unwind and relax while experiencing all this world has to offer. The Earl’s Regency Hotel located [...]

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      Sri Lanka Travel News. Hilton bags coveted awards
      Hilton Colombo was recently singled out from over 500 hotels across the world to be awarded two of the most prestigious and coveted Hilton Brand Awards, the Asia Pacific Regional Hilton Brand Award Hotel of 2007 and the World-wide Hilton Brand Award Hotel of 2007. Hilton Colombo was the best hotel in Asia [...]

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      La historia de Sri Lanka
      Cuando Marco Polo regresaba de su primer viaje por Asia, y tras haber navegado durante días por el mar de Bengala, nuestra misteriosa isla con forma de lágrima salió a su encuentro, quedando fascinado el mítico viajero por la profunda belleza de sus costas y la extraordinaria hospitalidad de sus gentes. Dio el nombre de Ceilán a esa mágica tierra, siendo a partir de ese momento un enclave fu

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      Sri Lanka: Un paraíso para la reflexión
      Poderosa y resplandeciente, esta gran isla que se descuelga en el Índico de la mano de su gigantesca madre y vecina, es un privilegiado lugar, perfecto para iniciar una reflexión personal, mediante un retiro en alguno de los numerosos monasterios existentes alrededor de la pequeña cadena montañosa que marca el epicentro del País.Lo primero que siente el visitante cuando arribar a Sri Lanka, e

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      Watch SAFF Cup 2008: Sri Lanka - Afghanistan 04/06/08-highlights
      Watch SAFF Cup 2008: Sri Lanka - Afghanistan 04/06/08-highlightsVIDEO LINKS ARE POSTED BELOW--> FINAL 2-2_________________ If u Like this post Share it in Social network below..

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      Ten Spectacular Things To Do When You Visit Sri Lanka
      Sri Lanka is an intriguing city to visit with its rich history and culture. Like all other countries, it would be a site to behold when one compares it to what you have been used to. There are several things you can see and do in this place to make this an enriching experience.1. Yala National ParkThis park is also referred to as Ruhunu National Park and can be located in the southeast region of S

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      Ramada Resort [Formerly Golden Sun Resort], Kalutara, Sri Lanka
      RAMADA BEACH RESORT | 100 AC ROOMS Ramada Resort which was formally the Golden Sun Resort is a wonderful family beach resort in Kalutara, Sri Lanka. Located on the edge of the golden beaches of Kalutara, the resort promises magical holidays high on luxury, sun, sand, surf and fun. Experience a holiday of your dreams in [...]

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      Royal Palms Beach Hotel, Kalutara, Sri Lanka
      5 STAR LUXURY BEACH RESORT | 124 AC ROOMS | 4 EXEC SUITES | 2 ROYAL SUITES This is the stuff that dreams are made of - golden beaches with glistening sands caressed by the gentle roll of the Indian Ocean. Spacious and airy, the Royal Palms Beach Hotel is a five-star beach resort situated [...]

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      Sri Villas, Induruwa, Sri Lanka
      BOUTIQUE VILLAS | 3 LUXURY VILLAS Sri Villas is a beautiful privately owned property on the southwest coast of Sri Lanka that can truly be called beachfront with its undisturbed panoramic views of the Indian Ocean. Sitting at the end of a beautiful, rarely visited beach that stretches for half a kilometre, the gardens at Sri [...]

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      Coral Garden Hotel, Hikkaduwa, Sri Lanka
      BUDGET RESORT HOTEL | 154 AC ROOMS Coral Gardens Hotel is amongst the pioneer beach hotels on the south-western coast of Sri Lanka. Facing the splendid coral reefs of Hikkaduwa with immaculately tendered gardens, the hotel is world renown for what it has to offer by way of underwater adventure. A professional team of PADI [...]

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      Mossad in Sri Lanka
      Yesterday in Sri Lanka a bomb ripped through a packed civilian bus Wednesday, killing 23 people and wounding 67. I mention this because Mossad has directly sustained this violence since 1983, when ethnic Tamils in the north started fighting for independence from ethnic Sinhalese in the south. The Tamils want an independent state called Tamil Eelam. Mossad has caused Sri Lanka’s fighting to beco

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      India Tour of Sri Lanka 2008 Cricket Series Fixture
      Indian team will travel to Sri Lanka in last week of July for three match test series as well as five one day international. Indian team will play one practice match before the start of 1st teat match against the Sri Lanka in SSC, Colombo. India Vs Sri Lanka Schedule (All timing are mentioned in GMT+05:30) Timing Teams Venue Wed 23 Jul - Sun 27

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      Deer Park Hotel, Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka
      LUXURY ECO RESORT | 77 LUXURY ECO COTTAGES Giritale is a small town located about 15 minutes from the UNESCO World Heritage City of Polonnaruwa. Today the ancient city of Polonnaruwa remains one of the best planned Archaeological relic sites in Sri Lanka, standing testimony to the discipline and greatness of the Kingdom’s first rulers. [...]

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      7 rebels, 2 soldiers killed in latest Sri Lanka fighting
      COLOMBO: A new round of fighting killed seven Tamil Tiger rebels and two Sri Lankan soldiers in the island iBeginShare.attachButton('share-tool-889022455', {title: '7 rebels, 2 soldiers killed in latest Sri Lanka fighting', link: '-rebels-2-soldiers-killed-in-latest-sri-lanka-fighting/', content: '

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      The Dutch House, Galle, Sri Lanka
      EXCLUSIVE BOUTIQUE HOTEL | 4 SUITES “There is simply nothing else like it in the orient.” Hip Hotels Orient High on a hill, yet within minutes of the city centre, and with magnificent views of the UN World Heritage listed fort of Galle, Doornberg or The Dutch House has set the pace in redefining luxury accommodation for the [...]

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      12 rebels, 3 soldiers killed in Sri Lanka clashes
      COLOMBO: At least 12 Tamil Tiger rebels and three government soldiers have died in renewed clashes in northern Sri Lanka, the military said Tuesday. The fighting was centered around the regions of Weli Oya, Janakapura, Andankulama and Kokkuthuduwal, military spokesman brigadier Udaya Nanayakkara said. Three policemen were also wounded when a [...]

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      Galapita Lodge, Buttala, Sri Lanka
      ECO LODGE & HEALING GARDEN | 5 PAVILION VILLAS “Why go to heaven when you can come here” Tashi - 10 year old Tibetan boy Feb 2006 - Guestbook Galapita Healing Garden is one of those rare and magical places that seems to exist outside time as though the world only revolves around its boundaries as described [...]

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      Club Palm Garden, Beruwela, Sri Lanka
      BEACH CLUB RESORT | 140 AC ROOMS & SUITES Pack your sandals and your sunscreen - you’re off on a sun-filled, fun-filled getaway to the Club Palm Garden in beautiful Beruwela on the south western coast of Sri Lanka. Club Palm Garden is an all-inclusive hotel, which means your stay will be as comfortable and as [...]

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      Riverina Hotel, Beruwela, Sri Lanka
      4 STAR BEACH HOTEL | 192 AC ROOMS & SUITES The Riverina Hotel Beruwela, is situated on a beach front surrounded by tropical gardens offering its guests eye-catching surroundings, an elegant interior and gracious hospitality. The hotel is approximately 2 hours drive south from the international airport and is the perfect destination to enjoy a [...]

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      'Sri Lanka doesn't deserve seat on UN human rights council' - Desmond Tutu
      From The Guardian : It would seem self-evident that a country which tortures and kidnaps its own people has no place on the world's leading human rights body. Apparently not: Sri Lanka, despite repeated criticism for its human rights record, is running for re-election to the UN human rights council, with a vote to be held in New York on May 21. Governments owe it to Sri Lankan human rights vict

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      Tropical Villas, Beruwela, Sri Lanka
      BUDGET BEACH RESORT | 54 AC ROOMS Tropical Villas is a Jetwing Group hotel situated in Beruwela, a fishing village on the south west coast of Sri Lanka. Beruwela is a delightful beach resort that’s grown in popularity over the last few years with alluring surf washed beaches, a charming fishing harbour and where flowing [...]

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      The Club Villa Hotel, Bentota, Sri Lanka
      BOUTIQUE VILLA HOTEL | 17 STANDARD AC ROOMS Bentota is a charming beach side town housing some of the best hotels in Sri Lanka. The Club Villa Hotel is one of the more popular 3 star hotels in Bentota and although a 3 star property, Club Villa feels a lot more luxurious than a regular [...]

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      Taru Villas Taprobana, Bentota, Sri Lanka
      DELUXE 4 STAR BOUTIQUE HOTEL | 9 SUPERIOR ROOMS If you are looking for that perfect Sri Lankan beach holiday away from the big cities, then head 40 miles south of Colombo to the tropical sandy beaches and mangrove lagoons of Bentota. A relaxed and peaceful place Bentota, where it’s easy to unwind and forget the [...]

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      S&P says Indonesia, Viet Nam, Sri Lanka ratings at risk
      Indonesia, Sri Lanka and Viet Nam could see their credit ratings hit if their governments fail to curb inflation and government expenditure, Standard & Poor's (S&P) said on Monday. The ratings agency said rising oil prices were saddling Indonesia with an ever increasing bill for fuel subsidies and threatening its macroeconomic stability and "BB-" ratings. Turning to Sri Lanka, the ratings

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      Mandara Resort opens in Mirissa, Weligama, Sri Lanka
      Mandara Resort in Mirissa, Weligama which opened last month has became the latest addition to Sri Lanka’s rich list of boutique hotels. The owners who’s first hotel Rosen Renaissance in Kataragama, also now re branded ‘The Mandara Kataragama’, have invested over £2 million in this latest Board of Investments [BoI] approved venture. The new Mandara Resort [...]

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      Saudi Prince keen on investing in Sri Lanka’s hotel industry
      Saudi Prince Al-Waleed bin Talal, chairman of Kingdom Holding Company, said he was interested in investing in Sri Lanka’s hotel industry. Receiving the new Sri Lankan Ambassador Abdul Ageed Mohamed Marleen at his office in Riyadh last week, the Prince also said he was ready to accept an invitation from the Sri Lankan Government to visit [...]

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      Sri Lanka team for Arabian Travel Market
      [DailyNews.lk] Deputy Tourism Minister Faizer Mustafa will lead Sri Lanka’s tourism promotion drive at the Arabian Travel Market scheduled to take place from May 6 to 9 at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre. Heading a team of over 100 travel trade professionals including public and private sector officials, Mustafa will meet key officials from [...]

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      Sri Lanka to open tourism office in Dubai
      Having seen the potential of the market, Sri Lanka Tourism will open a tourism promotion office in Dubai next month with an officer in-charge for the Middle East region. Beginning of this year, Sri Lanka Tourism tied up with Al Jazeera TV channel to promote the destination. Sri Lanka Tourism delegates will participate in the 14th [...]

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      Women’s Asia Cup: Sri Lanka beat Pakistan by 96 runs in opener
      COLOMBO (Sri Lanka): Opener Dedunu Silva scored 76 off 109 balls to take Sri Lanka to a convincing 96-run win over Pakistan in the opening match of the Women’s Asia Cup in Dambulla on Friday. Her half-century stands with Chamari Polgampola and Shashikala Siriwardene allowed Sri Lanka to set Pakistan a target of 226. In reply, Pakistan crawled to 129 for 8 in 50 overs. Silva hit 12 fours in her innings and was run out in the 37th over after taking her side to 150. Urooj Mumtaz, the Pakistan captain, top scored for her side with 33 and Sajjida Shah was the only other batsman to score over 30. Left-arm spinner Suwini de Alwis picked up two wickets while Shiromala Weerakkody, Eshani Kaushalya and Polgampola took one each.In the second match, Bangladesh received an unpleasant welcome to the A

      Written by: A Pakistan News


      Sri Lanka women upbeat over Asia Cup
      Sri Lanka, who are hosting the fourth Women's Asia Cup, are confident they can stop India's domination of the event. The past three tournaments have been won by India something Sri Lanka are determined to turn around.

      Written by: ebooks


      24 killed in Lanka blast
      At least twenty four people, including seven women have been killed and several injured when a powerful bomb planted by suspected Tamil Tigers ripped through a passenger bus near the Sri Lanka’s capital Colombo. “LTTE militants have carried out a cowardly bomb attack targeting innocent civilians who were returning home after office hours at Pliyandala (about [...]

      Written by: Latest News


      Sri Lanka loves Suzuki cars
      Maruti Suzuki is the leading manufacturer in India and is also leading in car exports from India. But now it has also another title in Sri Lanka car – the most preferred car manufacture for imported cars. Maruti cars tops in the list of the most preferred imported car manufacturer, released by Sri Lankan government. The most favored cars are M800, Alto and Swift. Several interest and business of Sri Lanka are tied to bigger Indian companies. This will add credit to rising Indian Economy. But only recently has it been found that the people of India and Sri Lanka, share the passion for same cars along with the history.

      Written by: Car Automobile Blog in India from Carazoo.com


      Sri Lanka Hotels Group Launches Loyalty Rewards Program
      Aitken Spence Hotels, Sri Lanka’s leading resort operator is set to unveil an exclusive loyalty rewards program, ‘The Diamond Club’ with the tag line ‘Welcome to a world of extended privileges’. Speaking at the launch ceremony Managing Director Malin Hapugoda says “The Diamond Club is our way of saying thank you to our loyal guests [...]

      Written by: BAREFOOT TRAVELLER


      SUBCOMMITTEE MEETING OF THE GEM & JEWELLERY SECTOR - SRI LANKA
      SUBCOMMITTEE MEETING OF THE GEM & JEWELLERY SECTOR PROPOSED TO BE HELD ON 30/04/2008 AT 3.00P.M. AT THE NCEWe are pleased to inform you, that the Council of the NCE has decided to set up subcommittees covering all the products/services sectors of members of the NCE.The purpose of these subcommittees is to discuss policy and operational issues of the different sectors with a view to prepare strategic plans and to make representations to the relevant state authorities and institutions to resolve issues, based on the strategic developmental plans of the sector.In this regard the NCE has set up a subcommittee for the Gems & Jewellery sector comprising of the following members.01. Mr. Anura Eliyapura - Chairman / Managing Director, Raja Jewellers (Pvt) Ltd - (Council Member of NCE and C

      Written by: Sri Lanka Jewelers


      12Day Beach Holiday at Apa Villa, Sri Lanka
      This is a holiday for those wanting to experience Sri Lanka in style. Experience Sri Lanka’s vibrant southern costal regions, rural fishing enclaves and sun-kissed beaches while staying in the magnificent ‘Apa Villa‘ boutique hotel, one of Sri Lanka’s foremost fashion and lifestyle designer properties. Tour Itinerary Day 1: Arrive, transfer and check in at [...]

      Written by: BAREFOOT TRAVELLER


      12Day Beach Holiday at Amanwella, Tangalle, Sri Lanka
      Amanwella is an ultra chic “boutique” beach resort set amidst a mature coconut grove in a crescent shaped bay in Tangalle, on Sri Lanka’s southern most coast. The beach is more than perfect, like something out of a James Bond movie. Nature abounds in all its glorious magnificence and the wildlife in the [...]

      Written by: BAREFOOT TRAVELLER


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