29th Asia Pacific Region Scouts Jamboree 2012
Dambulla, Sri Lanka
30th March – 09 April 2012
Airport - Dambulla - Airport Transfers = Rs: 3,300/= Per Person (Including Refreshments)
Optional Day Tours
Tour option 1 - Anuradhapura
Anuradhapura is an ancient city, located at a distance of 70 km from Dambulla. The city is in northern Sri Lanka and is the capital of North-Central province. Anuradhapura was established in 4th century BC. It was the first capital of Sri Lanka and remained so until 8th century AD. Anuradhapura is an archaeologist's delight and contains several monuments of historical importance. The city is considered very sacred by the Buddhists and is home to the largest dagobas in Sri Lanka. A dagoba is a dome enshrining sacred relics or the bodily remains of the Buddha, or articles used by Him like the alms bowl and other objects of veneration. It is built in different sizes on a pedestal with a spire on top crowned with a pinnacle. The earliest dagobas had a stone umbrella on top of the dome in place of the spire.
Tour Includes visit to : Sri Maha Bodhi Tree / Thuparma Dagoba / Ruvanveli Dagoba / Jetavana Dagoba / Abhayagiri Dagoba / Samadhi Buddha Pratima and other places of interest.
Tour Cost Rs: 5,300/= Per Person (Minimum 20 Passengers)
Package Includes
1. Air Condition coach transfers
2. Lunch
3. Entrance Fees
4. Mineral Water
5. Refreshments
6. Tour Guide
Optional Day Tours
Tour option 2 – Sigiriya and Polonnaruwa
Sigiriya
Sigiriya is located 25 KM from Dambulla.
Sigriya-a city, palace and garden complex centering a 200 metre high rock-is unofficially known as the 8th wonder of the world. Literally, the word Sigriya means the Lion Rock. Sigriya is Sri Lanka's most recognizable landmark and has been declared as a World Heritage Site.
Built in the 5 century AD, this magnificent complex of geometrically laid gardens, pools, fountains as well as oldest surviving murals of maidens was palace of the King Kasyapa. The Complex consists of the central rock, rising 200 meters above the surrounding plain, and the two rectangular precincts on the east (90 hectares) and the west (40 hectares), surrounded by two moats and three ramparts.
The 650 ft monolith was once a rock fortress and a royal citadel from 477 to 495 AD. The most significant feature of the Rock would have been the Lion staircase leading to the palace garden on the summit. All that remains now are the two colossal paws and a mass of brick masonry that surround the ancient limestone steps and the cuts and groves on the rock face give an idea of the size and shape of the lion figure. There are also remains of paintings in some of the caves at the foot of the rock. Of special significance is the painting on the roof of the Cobra Hood Cave. The cave with its unique shape dates back to the pre-Christian era.
Climbing up the rock you will see the Mirror Wall, a highly polished rock surface that has weathered the times to shine and reflect even today. In a sheltered pocket are the famous frescoes of beautiful maidens, which appear to rise out of the clouds. A climb to the top is rewarded by a panoramic view of the surrounding countryside.
Polonnurawa
Polonnaruwa is located 75 Km from Sigiriya.
Once the capital of Sri Lanka in medieval times. Used by the Sri Lankan kings as a 'country residence' from the 7th century, Polonnurawa became Sri Lanka's capital in the 11th century AD.
During its time the city was fortified with three concentric walls, beautified with parks and gardens and sanctified by many a shrine and sacred place. The city and the surrounding area were watered by a unique irrigational complex known as the Sea of Parakrama (Parakrama Samudra)
Tour Includes visit to : Sigiriya / Parakarma Samudra / Royal Citadel / Gal Vihara / Vata-Da-Ge / Lotus Pond and other places of interest.
Tour Cost Rs: 8,500/= Per Person (Minimum 20 Passengers)
Package Includes
1. Air Condition coach transfers
2. Lunch
3. Entrance Fees
4. Mineral Water
5. Refreshments
6. Tour Guide
Optional Day Tours
Tour Option 3 – Kandy and Botanical Garden Peradeniya
Kandy-a major tourist destination-is also known as the cultural capital of Sri Lanka. Nestled in the hills at an altitude of 488 m, it is located at a distance of 88 km from Dambulla.
Kandy has a rich history. It was originally known as Senkadagala pura after a hermit named Senkada who lived there. Many of Sinhalese people call it Mahanuwara meaning the Great City. The name Kandy was derived by the colonial rulers from the word Kanda in Sinhala, meaning a hill. Kandy was the stronghold of the Sinhalese kings, who promoted and protected the local culture until the city fell to the British in 1815.
Royal Botanical Garden,Peradeniyais located close to the city ofKandyin the Central Province ofSri Lanka. It is renowned for its collection of a variety oforchids. It includes more than 300 varieties of orchids, spices, medicinal plants and palm trees. Attached to it is the NationalHerbarium. The total area of the botanical garden is 147 acres (0.59km2), at 460 meters above sea level, and with a 200-day annual rainfall. It is managed by the Division of National Botanic Gardens of the Department of Agriculture.
Tour Includes visits to: Dalada Maligawa / Botanical Garden / Spice Garden and other places interest in kandy.
Tour Cost Rs: 6,250/= Per Person (Minimum 20 Passengers)
Package Includes
1. Air Condition coach transfers
2. Lunch
3. Entrance Fees
4. Mineral Water
5. Refreshments
6. Tour Guide
Optional Day Tours
Tour Option 4 - Trincomalee
Trincomalee (Trico) is Situated 125 km from the Dambulla, Trincomalee is probably the finest natural harbor in the world. Trincomalee offers some of the best sea bathing in the country. In the northern stretch of 'Trinco', known as Nilaweli, shallow beach goes up to half a mile into the sea. The hot wells and the Pigeon Islands are the important places of tourist interest in the vicinity. There is an old Portuguese/Dutch fort reminiscent of the Colonial era.
Tour Includes visit to: Fort Frederick / Nilaweli Beach / Hot Wells and other places of interest.
Tour Cost Rs: 3,250/= Per Person (Minimum 20 Passengers)
Package Includes
1. Air Condition coach transfers
2. Lunch
3. Entrance Fees
4. Mineral Water
5. Refreshments
6. Tour Guide