Interactive Batik Workshop and Lessons in Sri Lanka
Hands-on Batik Experience, which is a very engaging and interactive step-by-step session covering all the aspects of creating a Batik Cloth. You will get to create your own design and take it as a souvenir. You will work with traditional tools and will get the opportunity to witness how the batik instructor who also is a batik creator works on a day to day basis. Given that the group size is small you will get an opportunity to ask questions. The instructor will personally guide each participant where they would require help.
Discover the art of batik in this 5.5-hour workshop near Ella. Visit a local artisan's studio to learn how fabrics are masked with wax and dyed, creating vibrant artworks like wall hangings and clothing. Perfect for adventure seekers, families, and art enthusiasts, it offers a unique chance to appreciate Sri Lankan traditions. Under skilled local guidance, experience the meticulous batik process from wax application to fabric dyeing, gaining insider knowledge and fostering a deeper cultural connection. Create your own batik masterpiece, fostering creativity and cultural awareness in a family-friendly setting. Whether seeking cultural immersion or a new artistic pursuit, this workshop ensures a memorable experience and lasting connection to Sri Lankan heritage.
Hatha yoga The term Hatha was first recorded in the 11th century, but it wasn't until the late 19th century that it came to American, gaining mainstream popularity in the 1960s. Yoga’ is a Sanskrit term meaning ‘to join, unite, or yoke together’, and the essential purpose of yoga is to bring together body, mind, and spirit into a harmonious whole. The central methods of yoga are physical postures or ‘asanas’ and movement, breathing techniques, or ‘pranayama’ and meditation. Yoga includes guidance on a healthy lifestyle, eating habits, mental attitude, and Ayurvedic medicine is also part of the Yogic path to health and balance. Benefits of Yoga Calm and clarity Greater confidence and generally more positive mood Sense of inner well-being and & ; centredness’ Increased awareness of body and movement Counters depression and anxiety Ability to concentrate improves More self-acceptance Increased social skills
This 1 hour workshop gives you and your family the exciting opportunity to have a demo and hands-on experience in woodcarving and painting. The artistry of woodcraft is an age-old tradition in the City of Kings - Kandy. Get a chance to watch a traditional artisan demonstrate their wood carving techniques to you. Learn how the carving can be painted. Have some colorful fun painting a freshly carved wood carving to make your own take home souvenir!
Learn the art of jewellery making from a master craftsman, see a magnificent collection of handcrafted jewellery, and explore the cultural significance of jewellery and gems in Sri Lanka.
Experience the vibrant flavors of Sri Lanka on this 1-hour local fruit tasting tour in Kandy. Enjoy a delicious selection of tropical fruits such as king coconut, wood apple, jackfruit, papaya, pineapple, and seasonal specialties. Taste unique banana varieties like kolikuttu, ambul, and seeni kesel, as well as local oranges, mangoes, mangosteen, and rambutans. Learn how each fruit is used in Sri Lankan culture, from daily snacks to traditional remedies. A short, flavorful adventure perfect for food lovers and curious travelers.
Kandy: Traditional gem & Jewelry making workshop with pickup
Craft your own piece of jewelry in a traditional Kandyan style Learn the art of silver smithing from a master craftsman Use traditional hand tools like blowpipes, hammers, and engraving tools Enjoy complimentary bottled water and authentic Ceylon tea