Sunday, June 23, 2024
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Browns Hotels & Resorts has redefined luxury wellness tourism with the opening of the stunning Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort, Sigiriya. The grand opening on June 6 marked a landmark moment for wellness tourism in Sri Lanka. Set amidst 54 acres of untouched natural beauty, Ayugiri boasts 22 exclusive suites and is the country’s only luxury Ayurveda wellness resort with plunge pools in every room, setting it apart as a truly unique destination.
The resort’s grand opening was a mesmerizing event, with guests enthralled by the captivating melodies of a flutist and violinist echoing through the lush surroundings of Sigiriya. Traditional drummers and dancers filled the air with vibrant energy as Browns Hotels & Resorts CEO Exus Wijeratne and General Manager Bhuwaneka Bandara unveiled the resort’s new logo. The occasion was attended by distinguished guests from the French Embassy, Ayurveda and wellness enthusiasts, stakeholders from the Sigiriya community, LOLC Holdings and Browns Group, making it a truly memorable celebration.
“Our strategic foray into wellness tourism at Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort Sigiriya represents an important milestone for Browns Hotels & Resorts. Wellness tourism has consistently outperformed the overall tourism industry for over a decade, reflecting growing global interest in travel that goes beyond leisure to offer rejuvenation and holistic wellness. By blending the timeless wisdom of Ayurveda with modern luxury, we aim to set a new standard for luxury wellness tourism in Sri Lanka. Whatever the objective – prevention, healing or a deeper connection with inner harmony, Ayugiri provides a haven for holistic wellness.” Eksath Wijeratne said:
Inspired by the lotus flower and the graceful queen of Sigiriya frescoes, Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort Sigiriya offers guests a journey of purification and rejuvenation. This haven embodies the essence of nature, resonance of culture and ancient Ayurvedic wisdom to harmonize and balance the mind, body and soul.
Guests at Ayugiri can immerse themselves in a tranquil experience surrounded by nature by exploring detox paths, strolling along butterfly trails, or relaxing in tree huts and natural yoga and meditation spots.
Dr Kema Priyadarshani, resident physician at Ayugiri and former director of the Sri Lanka Ayurvedic Research and Teaching Hospital, has over 40 years of expertise. The resort’s Ayurvedic treatment centre, Ayuwatha, offers personalised treatment in consultation rooms, treatment rooms, herbal baths, steam and sauna facilities and an authentic Behes Oruwa.
Ayugiri’s Swastha packages, which mean health and balance in Sanskrit, offer a personalized journey to restore balance to each guest’s three doshas. Led by expert practitioners, these authentic Ayurvedic healing experiences include herbal therapies, Ayurvedic treatments, dietary advice, yoga and meditation. Through personalized consultations and diagnostic assessments, Ayugiri creates a roadmap to bring vitality and harmony back into each guest’s life.
As part of Browns Hotels & Resorts, Ayugiri joins a portfolio of exceptional properties that includes Taara Bentota, Club Hotel Dolphin Negombo, The Calm Resort and Spa Pasikudah, Hotel Sigiriya, Dickwella Resort and Spa, luxury boutique villas under Reveal The Collection and associated hotels Sheraton Kosgoda, Occidental Paradise Dambulla and Occidental Eden Beruwala. Ayugiri further strengthens Browns Hotels & Resorts’ tradition of excellence in wellness tourism, catering to the high demand from the global tourism industry for transformative holistic experiences.
