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The Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka Facilitates the Thai AirAsia Production Team to Sri Lanka to Promote Buddhist Pilgrimage Tourism
Ambassador of Sri Lanka reaffirms commitment to fostering cooperation with Lao PDR and Cambodia
The Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Sri Lanka paid calls to the Ambassador of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic (Lao PDR) to Thailand, H.E. Mr. Khamphan Anlavan and the Ambassador of the Kingdom of Cambodia to Thailand, H.E. Hun Saroeun, at their respective embassies in Bangkok. These diplomatic meetings served to strengthen bilateral relations and reaffirm Sri Lanka’s commitment to fostering cooperation with both Lao PDR and Cambodia, both of which are accredited to the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Thailand.
Sri Lanka-Thai Collaboration in Batik Art: Harshi Batik Participates in Specialized Training in Thailand
As part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen cultural ties and promote artistic collaboration, the Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka in Bangkok facilitated the participation of Harshi Batik, a Sri Lankan artisan, in a specialized training programme on traditional Thai Batik. The programme was conducted by the esteemed Phaya Batik and Phaya Paint Batik in Thailand, recognized for their expertise in preserving and innovating the timeless art of Batik.
The Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka in Thailand recently facilitated the visit of a 21 member production team from Thai AirAsia, including two renowned Thai YouTubers, Kongkapan Sangsuriya and Saksit Tangthong to Sri Lanka to promote Buddhist pilgrimage tourism. This initiative aims to highlight the deep historical and religious connections between Sri Lanka and Thailand, while showcasing Sri Lanka’s rich Buddhist heritage to Thai travelers.
The program, which broadcasted on Thailand’s Channel 7 HD TV and the YouTubers’ channels, reached a wide audience in Thailand, educating viewers about the shared Buddhist ties between the two countries. This is expected to further strengthen religious tourism and attract more Thai visitors to Sri Lanka’s revered Buddhist sites.
During their visit, the team explored several iconic religious and cultural landmarks in Sri Lanka, including, Sri Maha Bodhi, Ruwanwelisaya, Mihinthale, Dambulla Cave Temple, Alu Viharaya in Matale, the Temple of the Tooth in Kandy, Kelaniya Raja Maha Viharaya and Deepaduttarama Raja Maha Viharaya.
This initiative not only emphasizes the importance of religious tourism but also helps forge deeper connections between the people of Thailand and Sri Lanka through their shared Buddhist heritage.
Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka
Bangkok
11th November 2024
Ambassador of Sri Lanka reaffirms commitment to fostering cooperation with Lao PDR and Cambodia
The Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Sri Lanka paid calls to the Ambassador of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic (Lao PDR) to Thailand, H.E. Mr. Khamphan Anlavan and the Ambassador of the Kingdom of Cambodia to Thailand, H.E. Hun Saroeun, at their respective embassies in Bangkok. These diplomatic meetings served to strengthen bilateral relations and reaffirm Sri Lanka’s commitment to fostering cooperation with both Lao PDR and Cambodia, both of which are accredited to the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Thailand.
Sri Lanka-Thai Collaboration in Batik Art: Harshi Batik Participates in Specialized Training in Thailand
As part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen cultural ties and promote artistic collaboration, the Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka in Bangkok facilitated the participation of Harshi Batik, a Sri Lankan artisan, in a specialized training programme on traditional Thai Batik. The programme was conducted by the esteemed Phaya Batik and Phaya Paint Batik in Thailand, recognized for their expertise in preserving and innovating the timeless art of Batik.
