Arubowan is "MAY YOU ENJOY LONG LIFE."
'Ayubowan' which means 'May You Live Long' is the customary greeting of the Sri Lankans. Palms of the two hands held close together against the chest is a greeting that denotes welcome, goodbye, respect, devotion or loyalty to suit the occasion.
It is our fervent wish that you may one day experience the warmth of Sri Lankan hospitality in

this Resplendent Island.
It was Tambapanni to Emperor Asoka of India, Taprobane to the Greeks and Romans, Serendib to the Arab seafarers, Hsi-lan-ch’ih to the Chinese, Ceilao to the Portuguese, Ceylaan to the Dutch, Ceylan to the French and Ceylon to the British.
The palms clasped together and a gentle bow of the head accompanies the "Ayubowan", Sri Lanka's gentle gesture of welcome and respect. It is the age-old greeting of our people, and the chances are you will be greeted this way, wherever you happen to travel throughout the island
Sri Lanka has many nicknames: Ceylon, Resplendent Isle, Island of Dharma, Pearl of the

Orient. This colourful collection reveals its richness and beauty, and the intensity of the affection it evokes in its visitors.
Sri Lanka is a small island of magic and mystery, of pride heritage, ancient history and tradition, a land where smiling faces surround you no matter where you go. Welcome to Sri Lanka...Welcome to Paradise...Welcome to Palm Island

Sri Lanka, the Isle of Serendipity is a tourist paradise with an abundance of tourist attractions like the sunny beaches, glorious ancient cities, salubrious hill country, beautiful fauna & flora, exquisite handicrafts, world renowned gems, traditional dance & drama, colourful festivals, smiling people and not forgetting the mouth watering Sri Lankan cuisine. Sri Lanka is fast becoming the shopping centre of South Asia. Not only that. It is also the ideal venue for Meetings, Incentive travel, Conferences and Exhibitions in this part of the world. That is not all. Sri Lanka is the Mother Nature's gift to eco-tourism enthusiasts.