Sri Lanka is a place that refreshes your mind, body as well as your soul and spirit. Since ancient times, Ayurveda has been made used in Sri Lanka as one of the most popular methods and as a holistic approach to restore and rejuvenate tired bodies and weary souls.
Ayurveda is based on indigenous Indian medicine and it draws a deep understanding of physiology, elements of philosophy, as well as psychology and spirituality. The traditional Tibetan Chinese medicine and Greek medicine also has been influenced by many of the concepts introduced by Ayurveda.
According to legend, in the 6th century BC, Prince Vijaya who was banished from his India kingdom, sailed to Sri Lanka, and became the island’s first king. He was skilled in the practice of Ayurveda, and so, together with his personal physician, introduced it to the island. Over the years, Ayurveda incorporated elements from similar indigenous Sri Lankan treatments to become the fusion of forms it is today.
Today, you find more Ayurvedic practitioners than Western doctors In Sri Lanka’s villages and the number of trained Ayurvedic practitioners exceeds that of Western doctors. In villages, Ayurveda is not considered a special treatment as in urban areas but an everyday method of treating aches and pains.
If you are familiar with traditional spa treatments in the West, like aromatherapy and shiatsu, you will find Ayurveda in Sri Lanka as a new experience - an experience that is becoming increasingly sought after. For you, Sri Lanka may be a singular destination, as Ayurveda can be experienced in stylish and refined spas, with some of the world’s best professional therapists who are friendly and courteous to look after your every need.
