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Biriyani
Festival at Oberoi A heavenly
match of fragrant rice with various ingredients especially meats
(of which lamb is a favourite). Through the years this exotic dish
has evolved resulting in a myriad of mouthwatering variations which
include Kashmiri Yakni Pullao (an aromatic combination of lamb,
rice, almonds, walnuts and apricots with a variety of spices), Malabari
Prawn Biriyani (spicy and flavourful prawn and boiled rice variation),
Nizami Tharkari Biriyani (garden-fresh vegetables cooked with aromatic
basmati rice) and many others ranging from vegetarian to seafood
to meat based. An endless array of authentic and aromatic Biriyani from all over India, along with just the right accompaniments and delicious desserts to compliment it all in the form of a sumptuous dinner buffet will be held at 7.00 p.m. daily. To add to the atmosphere a classical dance sequence traditional to India and popularized the world over will be performed during dinner. Rosen
Renaissance: renaissance in Kataragama The needs and
the wants of the up market clientele , who visit Kataragama, is
now addressed by the Rosen Renaissance Hotel . Located at
the foot hills of 'wedahiti kanda' and in close proximity to the
Shrine in Kataragama, RRH is an ideal place to spend few days of
religious worship followed by wildlife splendour. "Actually
when it comes to the high spending religious groups or corporate
sector visitors, there was no place to accommodate their needs in
Kataragama . They either have to go to Hambantota or Tangalle for
their night accommodation. Then the idea of safaris and excursions
are lost. With this in mind, we started this new project and today
I am proud.that top personnel can now visit Kataragama and spend
a few days with all the modern comforts." said Sagara Palihawadana,
the Managing Director of the hotel and the Rosen International. 'Asian high spending market specially Indians are our target group' he said Rosen Renaissance
Hotel is a 52 roomed luxury plus hotel with large bedrooms exceeding
400 sq.ft. including suites and family clusters. All rooms are self
air-conditioned with remote control facility, TV (local and international
channels and in-house movies), fully equipped mini bar, electronically
operated safety lockers, bedside power console, telephone in room
and bathroom with IDD facility, hot/cold running water (room with
tubs available), room service are some of the facilities available
at the hotel. RRH is the only hotel in Sri Lanka, with under water music in the pool. The power shaving
mirrors in all rooms and a fully equipped gymnasium are some of
the other attractions. "We boast
of one of the largest swimming pools in the region with ample space
for fun and games and with a unique underwater music system, air
conditioned restaurants, coffee shop, residents bar and a magnificent
bar terrace for star-gazing and tall drinks are some of the unique
features of this Hotel" Lal Dissanayake, the Residence Manager
of the RRH explained. World famous
wildlife sanctuaries and nature parks - Yala, Bundala, Lunugamvehera,
Handapanagala, Kirimetiyana and Udawalawe are some of the wildlife
and birds sanctuaries within the reach after a couple of hours drive
from the hotel. "Exciting
excursions through jungle to ancient tanks, bird watching and camping
are possible. Hotel is arranging this type of outing on prior requests.'
said Palitha Gurusinghe , the Marketing and Sales Manager of the
hotel, who is based in the Colombo office. A short journey
through the Yala border on the Buttala road leads to 'Maligawila'
where one of the greatest, and largest stone sculptured statues
of Lord Buddha is preserved. This is believed to be the largest
in Asia. Magul Maha
Viharaya in Lahugal, Muhudu Maha Viharaya in Pottuvil, Kudumbigala
Aranya,, Maligawila , Sithulpawwa, Buduruwagala are some of the
interesting religious places after a of few hours drive. "
We are planning to arrange day trips to Arugam Bay, Wind Surfing
in Arugam Bay, to Kumana and to Paanama. " Palitha said RRH is also
geared to hold conferences and seminars. 'Our conference
facilities are geared to accommodate large number of guests with
specially designed menus, parking and drivers' quarters are available.'
Dissanayake said. Careful planning
has gone into selecting the right choice of food for those on pilgrimage.
"An "absolute vegetarian" cuisine with garden fresh vegetables and fruits are available on our 'All Day Dining' menu. " said Sagara Palihawadana. 'We are very
careful with pilgrims. For those, who want to have other meals such
as western and continental with different dishes, hotel is geared
to cater to the needs" Lal Dissanayake said. |
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