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Mount Lavinia |
Mount Lavinia is situated a mere 12 KM away from Sri Lanka's bustling commercial capital but could be a world away. The hotel stands at the highest point in Mount Lavinia and has a commanding view of the Indian Ocean and the north western coastline with Colombo harbour glistening in the far distance. The closest beach resort to Colombo, Mt Lavinia is a legacy of the islands colonial heritage.
Mount Lavinia Beach Hotel with its sprawling buildings meandering down to its private beach is the towns' landmark. Once the British Governors residence Mount Lavinia Hotel exudes an old world charm and is reminiscent of the colonial era. The hotels history is steeped in romance and daring. As legend has it Sir Thomas Maitland the British Governor (1805- 1811) fell in love with a local dancing girl named Lovinia. They met in secret through a tunnel that led from a well in her father's house to the wine cellar at the Governor's mansion. Sir Thomas named his home Mt Lavinia House as a monument to his love, before he left the Island for Malta in 1811. The secret tunnel was eventually sealed up in 1920.
Mount Lavinia Hotel provides experiences that are unforgettable. Who can forget the experience of watching a tropical sunset while sipping a cocktail on its terrace lounge (Named by Newsweek as one of the "World's best gathering places"),an elephant ride on the beach or taste exquisite dishes at the "Seafood Cove" situated mere yards from the waves. Imagine walking through its dim corridors with Victorian light fittings or lying on a canopied four poster watching honey catchers darting among the hibiscus or partaking of high tea on its vast airy terrace.. A stay at Mount Lavinia Hotel - Sri Lanka is truly an experience.
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Tea Plantation
Taken by: Walkers Tours Colombo |
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