Sri Lanka’s Legacy in Stone and Design

Overview

Explore the influences of Geoffrey Bawa, Sri Lanka’s most influential architect in this specially-created island tour. Bawa’s deep understanding of the country’s cultural heritage ensured the stylish, vibrant tourist sector that exists today and he remains revered by Sri Lanka’s finest architects. This specialist holiday celebrates the works of Bawa, as well as the heritage and landscapes that influenced his creations where the natural world becomes an integral part of designs based upon courtyards, walkways, and open verandas.

Tour Highlights

Stay in characterful hotels and villas created by Geoffrey Bawa
Visit some of Bawa’s public buildings such as the Sri Lanka parliament
Learn of Sri Lanka’s architectural heritage – from the ancient kingdoms to the Dutch and Portuguese influences
Experience colonial-period living
Visit Bawa’s lifelong project – the Lunuganga Gardens
Journey to the highlands and enjoy the sun-kissed beaches of the south coast

Following are recommended optional activities

The Life of Geoffrey Bawa

Colombo

Geoffrey Bawa is Sri Lanka’s most iconic architect. Go on a guided tour of his Colombo house and studio and browse through some of his old designs before visiting the beautiful floating temple at Beira Lake.
Dambulla Cave Temple

Dambulla, Cultural Triangle

The most famous cave temple complex in Sri Lanka, the ancient Dambulla Cave Temple boasts the largest number of Buddha statues to be housed in one place, as well as stunning ceiling paintings.
Yapahuwa

Yaddigama, Cultural Triangle

Yapahuwa, a shortlived Sri Lankan medieval capital, is an enormous yet little-visited rock fortress built in the 13th century around a vast granite rock which rises 100m above the surrounding plains.
Sigiriya Rock Fortress

Sigiriya, Cultural Triangle

Sigiriya, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is one of the most majestic, awe-inspiring and stunning historical locations in the world, built in the 5th century AD by ‘mad’ King Kasyapa.
Royal Botanical Gardens

Kandy

The Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens is the largest of its kind in Sri Lanka and the finest in Asia. Explore the beautiful surroundings with an expert, or simple enjoy a relaxed stroll in the sun.
Temple of the Tooth

Kandy

Tradition relates that a sacred tooth relic of Lord Buddha was brought to Sri Lanka in 4th century A.D. and has been enshrined in the Dalanda Maligawa, or Temple of the Tooth, since the late 1500s.
Kandy City Walking Tour

Kandy

Discover Kandy’s rich history which includes incredible art and architecture, Buddhism, British colonial rule, and its vibrant multicultural present.
Ariyapala Mask Museum

Ambalangoda, West Coast

Traditional masks have played an important role in Sri Lankan culture and folklore for centuries, Used for both theatrical performances and traditional rituals.
Mulgirigala Rock Temple

Tangalle, South Coast

Situated 30 minutes inland from Tangalle, the ancient Mulgirigala temple complex is perched on an enormous boulder more than 200m high which provides magnificent coastal views.
Galle Dutch Fort

Galle Fort, Galle Coast

Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site originally built by the Portuguese before it was further developed by the Dutch and British, covers nearly 4sqkm and houses a range of old colonial buildings.

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