Fairway Sky Gardens in Colombo

The SkyGardens by Fairway Sky Homes (Pvt) Ltd is the third edifice by the Group following its success of The Fairway on the Waterfront and The Fairmount - Urban Oasis. Having won the ICTAD award for Construction Excellence for two of Sri Lanka’s most spectacular array of unique lifestyle apartment towers; The Fairway and The Fairmount has not only propelled the Group to maintain the highest levels and standards in all their development projects but also taken it to newer heights with their latest luxury residential project, which aims to take innovative design measures several steps further.

The state-of-the-art apartments at SkyGardens stand testimony to the aesthetic design and modern engineering features Fairway Group is renowned for. Built in the same locale, Rajagiriya, surrounding acres of lush green foliage, wetland forests, waterways and the Colombo cityscape, The SkyGardens is a perfect abode for residents to retreat after a busy days work. They could enjoy the nature and peaceful surroundings, walks along the waterways, enjoying the wetland wildlife including the many endemic bird species that make the Rajagiriya wetlands their home.This iconic creation is a design that features a wide range of resort like amenities such as a roof top sky garden, a large swimming pool, state- of-the-art gym, badminton court, squash court, basketball court, clubhouse, diner and tennis court making life at the SkyGardens a truly unique ‘castle in the sky’ experience. Built with straight-line minimalist style architecture and well-planned landscaped terrace gardens, SkyGardens will be as much of a wonder to behold, as it will be to live in.

66th National day of Sri Lanka on 04th February

Sri Lanka celebrates the gaining of her independence from Colonial rule with magnificent pomp and pageantry and the spirit of patriotism resonates in every street corner on the island’s National Day.

 

I Love Una - 11th January 2014

A Lifestyle...For friends... By friends. Kicked off in 2010, ''I Love Una'' was a spur of the moment, just-for-kicks idea which was originally planned to be a small gathering of close friends in Unawatuna. What it eventually turned out to be was far more than what we imagined. Now with the annual ''I Love Una'' event we bring people of all walks of life together to enjoy the beach, the music, and the essence that is Unawatuna.

Sri Lanka Tourism Promotional Song - “Paradise Calling” Launched

Sri Lanka Tourism’s promotional song titled “Paradise Calling” was ceremoniously launched at a function held at “Ape Gama” in Battaramulla in the presence of Hon. M.L.A.M Hizbullah – Deputy Minister of Economic Development, Dr. Willie Gamage secretary to the Ministry of Botanical Gardens and Public Recreation . Mr. Bhashwara Gunarathna Chairman of Sri Lanka Tourism , Mr. Rumy Jauffer Managing Director of Sri Lanka Tourism Promotions Bureau, Dr.D.S Jayaweera – Director General of Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority and Mr. Nilmin Nanayakkara Board Member of SLTPB. The song’s Musical concept and Direction was done by Sri Lanka’s famous young artist duo Bathiya & Santush. The lyrics were written by veteran song writer Mr. Kelum Srimal. The launching ceremony was held with the participation of more than 24 young vocalists and many distinguished guests representing travel and tourism industry of Sri Lanka. This is the brain Child of Hon. Basil Rajapaksa Minister of Economic Development to produce a promotional song for Sri Lanka Tourism industry.

 

Sri Lanka’s Gangarama Temple Photo Becomes the “BEST PHOTO TAKEN ON A SMARTPHONE” Competition

The 'Best Photo Taken on a Smartphone' contest, launched by Celebrity Cruises, encouraged amateur photographers to submit their holiday snaps and has announced that a shot of the Gangaramaya Viharaya Temple, taken in Colombo, Sri Lanka, has taken top place.

 

Santa Comes on the Double Decker this Christmas too

The Colombo City Tour brings Santa Claus to town once again on the open deck double decker this season from the 19th to the 23rd of December. These exciting seasonal packages offer a joyous ride around the city of Colombo with Santa on board, an educative live commentary and an unforgettable white Christmas experience with excitement and fun at the Excel World entertainment park, Colombo.

 

Sri Pada ("Adam's Peak") Annual Pilgrimage Season

Hatton Adam’s Peak or Sri Pada is an important pilgrim site. The devotees of many religions climb the mountain to invoke blessings. Buddhist believes the impression on the summit is the footprint of the Buddha. Sripada is the 4th highest mountain in Sri Lanka and it takes 4-5 hours to reach the peak by foot. The mountain is also named as Samanala Kanda or Butterfly Mountain. The area is rich in biodiversity and surrounded by the Peak Wilderness Sanctuary. The pilgrimage season starts on Unduwap Poya.

The season begins in December and ends in April.