A Japanese delegation comprising 11 members, who arrived in Sri Lanka for tourism promotion under the coordination of Connaissance De Ceylan, one of the country\u2019s leading tourism companies, visited the Presidential Secretariat on March 14.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The primary objective of the delegation is to study and gain a deeper understanding of Sri Lanka\u2019s people\u2019s history, the introduction and development of Buddhism, traditional culture, Ayurveda, customary practices, food culture and key economic crops.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
They also discussed possible initiatives to further develop the tourism industry between the two countries through such engagement and stated that they would share the knowledge and insights gained during the visit with the people of Japan. Discussions were also held on promoting Sri Lanka as a leading tourist destination in Japan and showcasing the country\u2019s cultural heritage to the international community, focusing on locations such as Colombo, Anuradhapura, Sigiriya, Mahiyanganaya and Kandy. Senior Additional Secretary to the President Roshan Gamage, along with several senior officials, also attended the occasion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In addition to the Presidential Secretariat, the delegation also visited a number of notable locations including Sapugaskanda Purana Viharaya, Mihintale, Anuradhapura, Sigiriya, Dambana, Malwathu Maha Viharaya and Port City Colombo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Source: Daily News<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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