Palm Grove Kandy: Palm Grove Kandy

Monday, March 19, 2012

Palm Grove Kandy

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Promoters

Dr.A.B.G. Seneviratne and Mr. A.P. Seneviratne are the major shareholders of Silvereen Real Estate Company (pvt) Limited.

Board of Directors

Dr. A.B.G. Seneviratne :: Chairman

Dr. Seneviratne is the founder Chairman of the Silvereen Group of Companies Kandy which has more than 25 years of successful history in the fields of Finance, Real Estate and Vehicle Trading business (Silvereen Agencies Company (pvt) Ltd). He commenced his professional career as a Medical Practitioner (MBBS) (Ceylon) in year 1963 from Theldeniya Government Hospital and later continued his professional service as a General Practitioner. His involvment in business activities commenced in 1965, resulting in the establishment of diversified Silvereen Group with interest in trading, financial services etc.

Under his guidance and able leadership the foundation stone for Silvereen Micro Credit Company Limited was laid on 2nd October 2008 in the Central region of Sri Lanka. This newly planted seed became an integral part of a fully Sri Lankan owned conglomerate "Silvereen Group of Companies"

Mr. A.Prasad Seneviratne :: Managing Director

Mr. Prasad Seneviratne who has a Bachelors degree in Business Administration from the University of South Alabama in the USA has gained experience of being a Director on Board of several companies. He was the Managing Director/CEO of Silvereen Finance Company Ltd until recently.

Presently he is functioning as the Managing Director of Silvereen Micro Credit Company Ltd, Silvereen Development Fund Company (pvt) Ltd., and Silvereen Trade Solutions Company (pvt) Ltd. (previously known as Silvereen Agencies Company (pvt) Ltd., the importers of brand new and recondition motor vehicles from Japan), and counts more than 12 years of experience in the mainstream financial sector.

Mr. Channa Jayatilleke :: Director / Chief Executive Officer

Mr. Channa Jayatilleke is an Associate member of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (UK), Chartered Management Institute (UK), Association of Financial Accountants (UK), Certified Public Accountants (Australia) and Certified Management Accountants (Sri Lanka).

Mr. Channa Jayatilleke is also functioning as the Director/CEO of Silvereen Micro Credit Co, Silvereen Development Fund and counts more than 22 years of experience in the field of finance in here and abroad.

Shopping

Buy

Laksala is the state owned handicraft shop. You will be able to buy a lot of genuine handicrafts made by traditional artisans (don't be deceived by the fake products available with most tourist shops). Laksala is by the lake.

Kandy City Centre opened up in January 29, 2009. It is an ultra modern shopping complex with space for over 400 shops. By the time of its opening it is the country's most modern and biggest shopping complex.

Waruna Antiques, 761 Peradeniya Road (10 minutes from Kandy, Old Peradeniya Road), ☎ 0094777710013. 9AM. Kandyan masks, jewellery, coins, plates, textiles, etc. edit

Upali Jayakody Batiks, No.192/2, Dharmashoka Mawatha, Lewella, ☎ 094777833938, [8]. Exclusive Batiks By Upali Jaykody. You will be able to buy many more high quality uncommon artistic modern batik. edit

Eat

Bakehouse, for snacks or traditional Sri Lankan meals. Scenic view of the City, from its first floor balcony, where they serve a Sri Lankan buffet, but this tends to sell out by about 7:30PM

Devon Restaurant is famous for quality snacks. Captain's table is at Upstairs of Devons. Good Sri Lankan and South Indian food.

Avanhala, is just in front of the Kandy lake. Good food and best scenery.

SRIRAM Indian Restaurant located in the Colombo Street offers nice south Indian food.

The Flower Song Chinese Restaurant on Kotugodelle Vidaya is just north of the town centre. It sells excellent Chinese food - with huge portions of rice or noodles. It's clean, air-conditioned, and serves beers and wines.

Dinemore , just opposite to the Anniewatta tunnel. On the top of Nihal's Super. Quality Mid-Eastern and South-Indian food for affordable prices.

Lyons restaurant located in front of the Hindu Kovil. Serves quality food, both Western and Eastern.

Drink

There are two popular bars on the main street (Dalada Vidaya), The Pub and The Pub Royale. The former serves quite good (but pricey, perhaps R700/-) meals, has a large screen for sports inside and a 1st floor outside verandah.

There are a number of cheap bars (R100/- or less for a 650ml bottle of beer) scattered throughout the sidestreets near the town centre. They can be rather seedy and the kind of place where unaccompanied women could be made to feel very uncomfortable.

Sleep

Kandy City Mission, 125, DS Sennanayake Veediya, ☎ +94 77 2 203040 (Contact Tobi); Email; tobias_vishvabaratha@yahoo.com. checkin: 2pm; checkout: 12pm. The cheapest, safest & best en suite accommodation in the centre of Kandy, Sri Lanka managed by some of the members of the churches of Kandy. US $ 5 to US $ 10 per person. edit

Budget

There are lots of cheapish guest houses to the south and east of the lake, all a only a short walk from the town centre, and generally clean and friendly.

Burmese Rest. The cheapest option in town. The Buddhist monks are friendly and the building is a quiet retreat from Kandy's noisy streets. You'll find it after one kilometer on the right hand side, on the road which begins at the Tooth Temple, leaving away from Kandy Lake. . Room from 200 RS. edit

Kandy Cottage, 160 Lady Gordon Drive, ☎ tel. +9477 2 203040 (Tobi) (askus@kandycottage.com), [9]. Eco-friendly retreat for writers and artists, but it also welcomes regular holiday makers with facilities from laundry to laser printing. Although it nestles in a little hollow adjoining a tiny virgin forest 'Udawatta Kele Royal Forest Sanctuary' - it is only ten minutes' walk from the city centre. It has two double rooms and one family suite, all of them enabled with broadband internet. Rates from US$22 to US$ 40 per person, accompanying children free if under 12. Half rate after the second week.. edit

Peace Haven Guest House, 47/10 Louis Pieris lane and other entrance 44 firstlane Dharmaraja mawatta (near the north-east corner of Kandy Lake), ☎ +94812232584, [10]. Located a pleasant 20 minutes stroll by the lakeside from the centre of town. The owners, Mr & Mrs Atapattu, are friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. Breakfasts include heaps of fresh fruit, all the toast you can eat, and good rich tea. Rs1250/ to Rs1500room only. edit

Mid range & Splurge

Amaya Hills Kandy, Heerassagala, ☎ +94 81 4474022/8, +94 77 77772237, [11]. 100 Room hotel. Nestled among the splendour of the rolling Hantana Hills discover a new rhythm to life. Amid verdant hillsides high above the famed city of Kandy, Amaya Hills welcomes you to graceful private havens with designs recalling the region’s ancient and natural wonders. All rooms and suites boast private balconies overlooking the sweeping valley or lush mountainside, with interiors defined by unforgettable details and natural, modern grandeur. Discover the local lure of Sinhalese heritage throughout the kingdom of Kandy, exploring traditional markets, ancient temples, and the region’s renowned natural beauty. After venturing out, return to the resort to luxuriate in the soothing touch of Ayruvedic spa treatments, or sample culinary flavours, masterfully concocted. Spend indulgent evenings in the majestic pool underneath a canopy of stars, or sipping cocktails at our private club deep in the hillside. Experience Amaya Hills - the sweep of natural splendour and the timeless tradition of the Kandyan culture. edit

Chaaya Citadel Kandy, 124 Srimath Kuda Ratwatte Mawatha, ☎ +94 81 2234365, [12]. Offers a stay that takes you back in time. The four star hotel is away from the hustle and bustle of the city but near enough to access the cultural marvels that Kandy has to offer. edit

Earl's Regency, 84 Tenna Kumbura (4km from Kandy), ☎ +94 81 5873305 - 7, [13]. This 100 room five star luxury hotel has restaurants with a variety of international cuisine, 24 hour room service, a coffee shop, Ayurvedic health centre, shopping arcade, a sauna and wedding, conference and banquets facilities. Evening entertainment includes disco, karaoke, live bands, oriental bands, bingo and cultural shows. edit

Forest Villa, 185 B, Rajapihilla Mawatha, ☎ +94 081 2234107, [14]. Forest Villa provides the comfortable amenities of an urban lifestyle. It offers rooms equipped with bathroom amenities, Welcome pack (water, tea, coffee or juice) and Coffee/tea maker. Some of its facilities and services are Restaurant, dining areas, business center, housekeeping and 24-hours back-up power supply. edit

Golden View Rest, Saranankara Rd, ☎ 0094 81 2239418 (goldenview@sltnet.lk). View on the lake and a part of the city. Hot water and very clean rooms. A/C and non A/C rooms. The breakfast is not included in the price if not asked. CAUTION: Beware of the owner's "free" tuk-tuk scam-- your driver will demand an extortionate sum of money once you arrive at your destination. Room from 1,500 LKR. edit

Hill Top Hotel, 200/21, Bahirawakande Peradeniya Rd (about 2 km to the city center), ☎ +94 81 2224162, [15]. Two star hotel. The onsite restaurant serves a variety of local and international dishes. edit

Hunas Falls by Amaya, Elkaduwa (about 26 km away from Kandy), ☎ +94 81 4940320, [16]. The hotel is in a breathtaking setting overlooking the Hunas Falls. The hotel has nine superior rooms, 19 deluxe rooms and suites. Room facilities include a mini bar, satellite TV and IDD telephone. All rooms are centrally air conditioned. The hotel offers conferencing and banqueting facilities. edit

The Kandy Samadhicentre, Kukuloya Rd Narampanawa (passing Digana), ☎ +94 777710013, [17]. Nature resort. Double with hot water B&B US$80. edit

Mahaweli Reach Hotel, 35, P.B.A. Weerakoon Mawatha (a few minutes away from the city), ☎ +94 81 4472727, [18]. Five star hotel. edit

McLeod Inn, 65A Rajapihilla Mawatha, ☎ +94 81 222 2832 (mcleod@slnet.lk). The couple who run the place are all smiles and very helpful. Rooms are sparkling clean, comfy beds, en suite with hot and cold water. Some beautiful views across Kandy from their balcony and from a couple of rooms, room 6 especially has floor to ceiling windows. No A/C, but you do not need it. 1,300-1,700 LKR. edit

Queen's Hotel, 124 Srimath Kuda Ratwatte Mawatha (in the middle of the city beside the Temple of the Tooth Relic and the Kandy Lake), ☎ +94 81 81 2233026 / 81 5627620-4, [19]. One of the oldest hotels in Kandy. Offers ideal geataway spots to watch the Maligawa Perahera (the procession). edit

Randholee Resort, ☎ +94 81 2217741, [20]. The panoramic view from this resort is one of the better ones in the area, decked in Kandyan décor, all rooms do not have its own private balcony and bathrooms. Best rates on official website start at US$68. edit

Riverdale Hotel, 32, Aniwatte Road, Kandy, Sri Lanka. edit

Suisse Hotel, 30, Sangarajah Mawatha (right beside the historic Kandy Lake), ☎ +94 81 81 2233024-5, [21]. Colonial hotel. edit

Swiss Residence Kandy Hotel, 23 Bahirawakanda Lane (1 km to the city center). 40 rooms. edit

Hotel Topaz. 77 tastefully furnished A/C rooms with piped music and hot and cold running water. 40 of them include a TV, a mini bar and bath tubs. edit

The Tourmaline Hotel, Aniwatte, Kandy (Few miles up Aniwatte road), ☎ +94-817-389000-6, [22]. Four star 29 deluxe room hotel with luxurious comfort to make your stay a royal experience edit

Tourmaline Hotel, 55, 2nd Lane, Pushpadana Mawatha, ☎ +94 81 4473551-5. The hotel has 29 furnished rooms with modern amenities. edit

[edit] Holiday Bungalows

Holiday Bungalow, Haragama, Kandy (11km's on Rajamawatha), ☎ +94-777-426321, [23]. 06 deluxe rooms,Ideal for family holidays who like to stay in a relaxed and peaceful area edit

Nearby Hospitals

Government Hospitals

Teaching Hospital Kandy, Kandy (Kandy General Hospital)
Sirimavo Bandaranayake specialized children hospital, Peradeniya
Teaching Hospital, Peradeniya

Other Government Hospitals

Katugastota – D.M.O. 081-2499261
Menikhinna – D.M.O. 081-2374331
Medawala – D.M.O. 081-2490900
Theldeniya –

Private Hospitals

Kandy Nursing Home, Kandy
Lake Side Hospital, Kandy
Suwasewana Hospital, Kandy

List of Major Hospitals and health care centers:
General Hospital Kandy, ☎ +94 81 2222261. edit

Teaching Hospital - Peradeniya, ☎ +94 81 2388001. edit

Suwasewana Hospital, 532, Peradeniya Road Kandy, ☎ +94 81 2222404 (fax: +94 81 4476763). edit

Nearby Schools

DARMARAJA BOYS M.V. LAKE VIEW, KANDY
MAHAMAYA B.M.V. KANDY
ST. ANTHONY'S BOYS M.V. KANDY
ST. ANTHONY'S GIRLS M.V. KATUGASTOTA ROAD, KANDY

BERREWAERTS M.V. AMPITIYA, KANDY
GURUDENIYA M.V. GURUDENIYA
MAWILMADA M.V. MAWILMADA, KANDY
D.S. SENANAYAKA M.V. KANDY
SIDDHARTHA M.V. AMPITIYA
HINDAGALA M.V. HINDAGALA, PERADENIYA
UDAPERADENIYA M.V PERADENIYA
SRI WIMALABUDDHI K.V. DANGOLLA, KANDY
LUMBINI ROYAL K.V. MULGAMPOLA, KANDY
GOTHAMI BALIKA M.V. RAJAPIHILLA MAWATHA, KANDY
DARMALOKA K.V. WATAPULUWA, KANDY
KETAWALA K.V. KETAWALA, LEULA
DHARMASHOKA K.V. APUPPOLA, KANDY
VIDYALOKA M.V. TENNEKUMBURA, KANDY
HARAGAMA K.V. GUGUDENIYA
DAMBAWELA K.V. GURUDENIYA
SITHUMINA K.V. BOWALAWATHTHA, KANDY
VISHAKA K.V. MAHAWELI UYANA, KANDY
SANGHAMITTHA K.V. ARUPPOLA, KANDY
GIRL'S HIGH SCHOOL KANDY
KINGSWOOD BOYS M.V. KANDY
VIDYARTHA BOYS M.V. KANDY
PUSHPADANA BALIKA M.V. KANDY
HEMAMALI B.M.V KANDY
ST. SYLVESTER'S BOYS M.V. KANDY
PERADENIYA M.M.V. PERADENIYA
MAHANAMA M.V. KANDY
SRI RAHULA M.V. KATUGASTOTA
WARIYAPOLA SRI SUMANGALA B.M.V ASGIRIYA, KANDY
SWARNAMLI BALIKA M.V. KANDY
THAKSHILA K.V. KANDY
DHARMAWICKRAMA BALIKA M.V. KATUKELE, KANDY
RASINDEV K.V. WILLIAM GOPALLAWA MAWATHA, KANDY
LEWLA DODAMWELA K.V. KANDY
SARASAVIUYANA M.V. GETAMBE, PERADENIYA
KEPPETIPOLA K.V. DALADA STREET, KANDY
PERADENIYA K.V. PERADENIYA
SEETHADEVI BALIKA M.V. KANDY
VIHARAMAHADEVI BALIKA M.V. PERADENIYA ROAD, KANDY
MADDUMA BANDARA K.V. KANDY
BADI-UD-DIN B.M.V KANDY
SIDDI LEBBE M.V KANDY
ZAHIRA MU.V KATUGASTOTA
AL-HAMRA T.K.V KANDY
SAVLADIYA MUS M.V KANDY
KALAIMAGAL T.M.V KANDY
VIVEKANANDA T.M.V KANDY
HINDU SENIOR T.K.V KANDY
ROMAN CATHOLIC T.V AMPITIYA
AL-HILLAL V KANDY
GALABODA T.V. GALABODA
WESTHALL T.V. KATABOOLA
KADIENLENA T.V. KATABOOLA
NUGAWELA MADYA V. NUGAWELA
GOHAGODA M.V. KATUGASTOTA
SENARATHGAMA K.V. KATUGASTOTA
UDUWAWALA K.V. UDUWAWALA, KATUGASTOTA
JANARAJA M.V. RANAWANA, KATUGASTOTA
KURUNDUGOLLA M.M.V. WERELLAGAMA
MEERA M.M.V. UGURESSAPITIYA, KATUGASTOTA
INIGALA MUS.V. INIGALA, KATUGASTOTA
MAHAWELI M.V WASANAKANDA, KATUGASTOTA
WATTGAMA B.M.V. WATTEGAMA
WATTEGAMA C.C WATTEGAMA
YATIRAWANA M.V YATIRAWANA, WATTEGAMA
RATHANAJOTHI M.V UDATALAWINNA, KATUGASTOTA
PATHADUMBARA M.V WALALA MENIKHINNA
MAHAGAMA MEGODAGAMA M.V KATUGASTOTA
MEEGAMAWATTA SIDDHARTHA V WATTEGAMA
MEEGAMMANA K.V WATTEGAMA
YATAWARA J.S YATAWARA, WATTEGAMA
MADINA N.S MADAWALA BAZAAR
JAMI-UL AZHAR CENTRAL C UDATALAWINNA MADIGE
BHARATHI T.M.V WATTEGAMA
WATTEGEDERA M.V POLGOLLA
SAMUDRADEVI B.M.V NAWAYALATENNA, KATUGASTOTA
KAHALLA K.V KATUGASTOTA
UDUGODA K.V. UDUGODA WATTEGAMA
DEWALAGAMMEDDA K.V. WATTEGAMA

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