BLISS

From the calm seashore to the emerald mountains, Sri Lanka is a haven of bliss. Wherever on this magical island you may be you will be sure to come across a peaceful retreat that relaxes and rejuvenates. Indulge in ancient Ayurvedic healing or surrender your senses to a calming spa sojourn. Beat the stress with yoga or soothe you mind with meditation. Whatever your desire, the tranquil oasis of Sri Lanka offers numerous sanctuaries of bliss, helping you unwind-mind, body and soul.

AYURVEDA

Ayurveda is an age-old method of holistic healing used to repair, restore and maintain balance throughout the body. Spices and herbal remedies are used to improve wellness and state of mind through massages and baths and the treatments are often complemented with a detox diet and relaxation techniques such as yoga or meditation for utmost relaxation. With its rich diversity of species and herbs, Sri Lanka is the essential location for revitalising, National healing.

MEDITATION

Sri Lanka’s predominant religion is Buddhism and the practice of meditation is fundamental to the teachings of the Buddha. Numerous temple in Sri Lanka conduct meditation classes for beginners and offer quit spaces for advanced followers. The meditation retreats offer the bare essentials in terms of accommodation and food, so as not to distract visitors from the act of meditation, Introducing you to the art of peaceful reflection in rustic settings.

YOGA

Stemming from a Sanskrit world ‘Yuj’, Yoga means ‘to join and unites mind, body and spirit, improving overall health and wellbeing. Yoga techniques include breathing exercises, postures, meditation and practicing healthy habits, aimed at making you feel more harmonious and centered.

This island offers an abundance of peaceful yoga retreats,situated in the bustling towns as well as quieter hideaways situated in the bustling towns as quieter hideaways in rural settings.For the ultimate stress-buster,enroll in a course of calming yoga classes in Sri Lanka and experience a soothing sense of freedom like no other

SPAS

What better way to relax than indulging in a pampering spa experience? Inspired by age-old Ayurveda combined with southeast Asian and Western influences, Sri Lankan spas offer a nourishing range of top-to-toe treatments to rejuvenate your senses. Spas are present at most luxury hotels within the country and exclusive boutique spas can be found in most tourist areas. Exfoliate tirad skin with an invigorating scrub, allow your body to be enveloped in a soothing herbal wrap or restore your body ‘s natural balance will a deep tissue massage targeting your pressure points Facials, hot-stone massages and herbal baths are popular spa treatments at Sri Lankan health spas and sometimes a luxurious manicure or pedicure is the ideal pick-me-up for tired hands and feet. You can also escape to the sauna and melt away the stress of the day or submerge yourself in the therapeutic warm bubbles of the Jacuzzi.

SPICE TRAILS

Apart from taking pride of place as the world’s largest exporter of fragrant and flavourful cinnamon, this tropical haven is abundant in cardamom, cloves, nutmeg, black pepper, turmeric and vanilla. A visit to Sri Lanka is incomplete without an insightful tour of the beautiful spice gardens in Sigiriya, Kandy, Matane, Hakgala and mawanella. Roam among the aromatic planet and trees and discover the medicinal and culinary properties of each and every spice. Most spice gardens offer a revitalising herbal massage once the tour comes to an end and the opportunity to purchase a variety of useful herbal potions and lotions as species for cooking purposes.

HERBAL TEA

Sri Lanka is one of the world’s largest exporter of tea and black tea said to have powerful antioxidants which enhance overall health including reduction of high blood pressure and improvement in cardiovascular health.

Herbal tea has been consumed for generations in Sri Lanka, stemming from Ayurveda. Spices such as cinnamon, cumin and fennel are found in tea bags and are known to aid digestion. Hibiscus tea lowers blood pressures and Jasmine tea reduces cholesterol and promotes weight loss. Chamomile tea has calming, soothing properties and Ginger tea is excellent for treating indigestion, nausea and clearing up colds congestion.