Exotic Weddings at Heritance Kandalama
It was wedding time over the weekend and a chic modern love-fest came along with an evening of good food, friends, and music and of course a splendid location.
Stealing our hearts with an unbelievably picturesque wedding woven with a layer of total intimacy and warmth, it was a reception at the newly opened 'Kathikawa' Room at the Heritance Kandalama with endless views of the glistening lake and sunset across the picturesque horizon.
Usually, when one picks a dream wedding venue, there are always the logistics to worry about;
- How many guests can it hold?
- Are there different capacities for different rooms?
- Can you have your ceremony and reception there?
- Will there be on-site accommodation for guests?
- Is there plenty of parking?
And the list goes on.
For Debbie and Gayan , the journey of a lifetime began in the Dambulla wilderness , on a magical oasis that elephants, birds, butterflies and a large number of species of animals call home
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I managed to capture a few exciting preparations for the wedding and couple, before the show unfolded.
Getting Married at Heritance Kandalama
Designed by world renowned architect Geoffrey Bawa, Heritance Kandalama offers unbelievable exotic weddings with sunsets across the vast horizon for a picturesque destination wedding.
Be pampered while getting up close and personal with luscious forests and a serene lake, all visible from your room. Retire to the elegant ‘Six Senses‘spa for one-of-a-kind treatments or relax in the luxurious infinity pool with remarkable views.
Incorporate Sri Lankan culture into your unique wedding with a traditional celebration, complete with tying the knot overlooking the surrounding landscape —perfect for intimate ceremonies.
‘KATHIKAWA’
The ‘Kathikawa’ sits atop the hotel, wrapped with splendid views of the Kandalama Lake and is ideal for an exquisite ceremony on the deck flanked by an elegant reception indoors.
If you’re hosting a traditional ‘Poruwa’ ceremony for a Sri Lankan wedding, I recommend that the Poruwa be placed on the outdoor wooden deck overlooking the panoramic view of the Kandalama Lake, surrounding Ritigala mountainscape and the Dambulla Cave Temple.
According to the staff members, the hall could accommodate up to 350 guests with a delectable buffet. Kathikawa also has its own entrance, car park and elevators and is over 3200 square feet and 17 feet height in size.
The Terrace
If you want to wed in style, I suggest you pick ‘The Terrace’ for a perfect intimate wedding. I’ve noticed the trend of ‘outdoor weddings’ is catching up in Sri Lanka and tying the knot on the terrace in front of your close family and friends would be the way to go.
Wedding Packages
To help you make your big day a memorable one, the hotel has put together an extensive list of services, facilities and menus.
http://www.heritancehotels.com/kandalama/wedding-packages.html
Intimate Weddings
The hotel is also committed to offer you a total solution with its three packages including Royal, Deluxe and Exotic. It includes a bouquet and buttonhole, wedding cake, beverage and canapés at the ceremony, décor,a traditional ceremony with drummers and dancers, an elephant for going away, photography, a special seafood 5 – course dinner for the couple on the wedding night, fruits, flowers and wine in the room, a tree planting ceremony at hotel premises carving couple’s name and date, breakfast on the barge in the morning after the wedding day, safari rides etc.
Honeymoon
Over the years Heritance Kandalama has been a splendid honeymoon destination and to sustain its momentum, a special honeymoon package has been designed.
15% Discount on the room rate
Room upgrade on availability
Decorated room on arrival
Seasonal fruit platter upon arrival
Glass of mocktail/wine per person during dinner
10% discount at the Spa
Reserved table at the restaurant during dinner time (Candle light dinner)
Free Horse Ride (15 Mins each) or Boat Ride (30 Mins)
10% discount on Hot Air Ballooning (Based on availability during the months of
November - April)
Well if you’d like to dine privately on your honeymoon, the hotel offers a scrumptious dinner at the most authentic location in the property, ‘The Cave’.
Six Senses Spa
According to the very welcoming Spa Manager at the ‘Six Senses’ Spa, Deepak, therapists use indigenous herbs , tropical fruits and essential oils combined with steam, sauna, massage, scrubs, baths and wraps.
The spa consists of six treatment rooms, including four double rooms for couples, plus separate steam rooms and saunas for men and women. It uses Asian and Swedish traditions along with aromatherapy and Ayurvedic massages
If you are on your honeymoon, I suggest you opt for the ‘Couple’s Celebration’ treatment equipped with some pleasant surprises to complement the therapy.
You could also purchase a full range of beauty and treatment products from the attractive Spa store.
Blend in an exotic venue with elegant indulgences and impeccable service for your wedding at Heritance Kandalama.
W: http://www.heritancehotels.com/kandalama/
T: +94 66 5555 000,
Text by Keshiya Leitch
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