[:en]Diplomatic Corps Enjoys the Sri Lankan Scenic Beauty, Traditional Dancing and Cuisine at the Ramada Encore, Kiev
28 March 2013
For the fourth consecutive day the “Mega Tourism Road Show” continued in the historical and beautiful green city, Kiev. This picturesque and scenic city is the major tourist destination of the Ukraine which enjoys a heavy influx of tourist arrivals annually. Ukraine attracts more than 20 million foreign citizens every year and visitors primarily come from Eastern Europe, but also from Western Europe and USA, Israel and Canada. The country is the 8th most popular tourism destination in Europe. It has mountain ranges — the Carpathian Mountains suitable for skiing, hiking, fishing and hunting. The coastline on the Black Sea is a popular summer destination for vacationers.
On Thursday 28 March, the main event was the reception hosted to the members of the diplomatic corps of 70 Foreign Missions in Kiev, key travel and tour operators collaborating with Sri Lankan counterparts and the Sri Lankan delegation. The reception was held at the Hotel Ramada Encore, Kiev. During the reception, His Excellency Udayanga Weeratunga delivered a presentation that covered salient points such as History of Sri Lanka, Socio – Economic Developments, Tourism Industry, Diplomatic Relations that were established in 1993 and Bilateral Agreements between two countries. He also mentioned about the visit of His Excellency Mahinda Rajapaksa to Ukraine in 2010 which facilitated the establishment of strong bilateral relations between two nations. In addition the Ambassador invited the audience to visit the “Pearl of the Indian Ocean”.
The “Sri Lanka Night” held in the evening added splendor and color to the reception with the amazing performance of the Sri Lankan dancing troupe. Further, the cultural show was well attended and received, especially by the Members of the Diplomatic Corps. The photo exhibition arranged by the Embassy, with 120 photos covers the visits of His Excellency Mahinda Rajapaksa, President of Sri Lanka to the Russian Federation, Ukraine and Republic of Kazakhstan. It also covers major tourist destinations of the country namely; Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa, Dambulla, Kandy, Sigiriya, Pinnawela and Nuwara Eliya along with scenic and pristine beaches along both Western and Eastern coast, Sri Lankan cuisine, traditional dancing and wild life.Ramada Encore Kiev is an exciting new hotel experience. The concept is simple; fresh, stylish, vibrant and upbeat, with comfortable, contemporary accommodation, delicious food and innovative design. It is an ideal venue for conferencing and meetings. The hotel is located in the modern 20-storey building in 15 minutes from the Kiev city centre on the right bank of the Dnepr River. Borispol International Airport is about 35 km and 30 minutes by car and for those choosing an easier method of transport, a free shuttle service is available for guests from and to Borispol Airport and the city centre where visitors have an easy access any other destinations in Kiev area.
28 March 2013
За четвертый день подряд «Мега Туризм роуд-шоу» продолжала в историческом и красивом зеленом городе, Киеве. Этот живописный и живописный город является крупным туристическим центром Украины, который пользуется тяжелый приток туристов в год. Украина привлекает более 20 миллионов иностранных граждан каждый год и посетителей в первую очередь приходят из Восточной Европы, но также из Западной Европы и США, Израиле и Канаде. Страна занимает 8-е самым популярным местом туризма в Европе. Он имеет горные хребты — Карпаты, подходящие для катания на лыжах, походы, рыбалка и охота. Береговая линия на Черном море является популярным местом летнего отдыха для отдыхающих.
В четверг 28 марта, главным событием был прием состоялся членам дипломатического корпуса 70 иностранных представительств в Киеве, ключевые и Туроператоры сотрудничает с Шри-Ланки коллегами и делегацией Шри-Ланки. Прием прошел в отеле Ramada Encore, Киев. Во время приема, Его Превосходительство Удаянга Виратунга выступил с докладом, который охватывает основные моменты, такие как истории Шри-Ланки, социально — экономическое развитие, индустрии туризма, дипломатических отношений, которые были установлены в 1993 году и двусторонних соглашений между двумя странами. Он также упомянул о визите Его Превосходительству М.Раджапаксе в Украину в 2010 году, что способствовало установлению прочных двусторонних отношений между двумя странами. Кроме того, посол предложил аудитории посетить «Жемчужина Индийского океана».
К «Шри-Ланка ночь» состоится вечером добавил великолепие и цвет на прием с удивительной производительности в Шри-Ланке танцевальной труппы. Кроме того, культурное шоу было хорошо приняли участие и получили, особенно от членов дипломатического корпуса. Фотовыставка организована Посольством, с 120 фотографий охватывает визиты Его Превосходительству М.Раджапаксе, президент Шри-Ланки в Российской Федерации, Украине и Республике Казахстан. Он также охватывает основных туристических направлений страны именно; Анурадхапура, Полоннарува, Дамбулла, Канди, Сигирия, Pinnawela и Нувара Элия наряду с живописными и нетронутых пляжей вдоль западной, и восточной побережье Шри-Ланки, кухни, традиционными танцами и диких life.Ramada Encore Киеве захватывающий новый опыт отеле. Концепция проста; свежий, стильный, яркий и оптимистичный, с удобной, современной отель, вкусная еда и инновационным дизайном. Это идеальное место для проведения конференций и встреч. Отель расположен в современном 20-этажном здании в 15 минутах езды от центра Киева, на правом берегу реки Днепр. Международный аэропорт Борисполь около 35 км и в 30 минутах езды на автомобиле, а также для тех, кто выбирает более легкий способ транспорта, бесплатный трансфер для гостей от и до аэропорта Борисполь и в центре города, где посетители имеют легкий доступ к любой другие места в Киеве площадь.
28 March 2013
For the fourth consecutive day the “Mega Tourism Road Show” continued in the historical and beautiful green city, Kiev. This picturesque and scenic city is the major tourist destination of the Ukraine which enjoys a heavy influx of tourist arrivals annually. Ukraine attracts more than 20 million foreign citizens every year and visitors primarily come from Eastern Europe, but also from Western Europe and USA, Israel and Canada. The country is the 8th most popular tourism destination in Europe. It has mountain ranges — the Carpathian Mountains suitable for skiing, hiking, fishing and hunting. The coastline on the Black Sea is a popular summer destination for vacationers.
On Thursday 28 March, the main event was the reception hosted to the members of the diplomatic corps of 70 Foreign Missions in Kiev, key travel and tour operators collaborating with Sri Lankan counterparts and the Sri Lankan delegation. The reception was held at the Hotel Ramada Encore, Kiev. During the reception, His Excellency Udayanga Weeratunga delivered a presentation that covered salient points such as History of Sri Lanka, Socio – Economic Developments, Tourism Industry, Diplomatic Relations that were established in 1993 and Bilateral Agreements between two countries. He also mentioned about the visit of His Excellency Mahinda Rajapaksa to Ukraine in 2010 which facilitated the establishment of strong bilateral relations between two nations. In addition the Ambassador invited the audience to visit the “Pearl of the Indian Ocean”.
The “Sri Lanka Night” held in the evening added splendor and color to the reception with the amazing performance of the Sri Lankan dancing troupe. Further, the cultural show was well attended and received, especially by the Members of the Diplomatic Corps. The photo exhibition arranged by the Embassy, with 120 photos covers the visits of His Excellency Mahinda Rajapaksa, President of Sri Lanka to the Russian Federation, Ukraine and Republic of Kazakhstan. It also covers major tourist destinations of the country namely; Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa, Dambulla, Kandy, Sigiriya, Pinnawela and Nuwara Eliya along with scenic and pristine beaches along both Western and Eastern coast, Sri Lankan cuisine, traditional dancing and wild life.Ramada Encore Kiev is an exciting new hotel experience. The concept is simple; fresh, stylish, vibrant and upbeat, with comfortable, contemporary accommodation, delicious food and innovative design. It is an ideal venue for conferencing and meetings. The hotel is located in the modern 20-storey building in 15 minutes from the Kiev city centre on the right bank of the Dnepr River. Borispol International Airport is about 35 km and 30 minutes by car and for those choosing an easier method of transport, a free shuttle service is available for guests from and to Borispol Airport and the city centre where visitors have an easy access any other destinations in Kiev area.
