A CALL TO ALMS

There is nothing more special than visiting a destination and engaging in its deep-rooted cultures and traditions. Sri Lanka is a proud Buddhist nation, and her people have countless traditions embedded around this doctrine. One such tradition is known as an almsgiving ceremony. Almsgiving is a sacred tradition that has been a part of Sri Lankan culture since ancient times. Monks partake of only two meals a day: one in the morning and the last one before 12 noon. Thereafter, they engage in spirituality and meditation. They only have some fruits during dinner time. Therefore, presenting the monks with their last main meal for the day is considered to be a blessing. After offering the alms, you are welcome to engage in courteous and cordial dialogue with the monks prior to heading back to the hotel for lunch.