One of South Asia’s most popular tourist destinations is the tropical island nation of Sri Lanka. Boasting a rich history of over 2500 years, Sri Lanka is beautiful nation which is known for its pristine golden sandy beaches, breath-taking scenic beauty, thriving eco-system, and numerous cultural attractions. Sri Lanka’s is also known for its tradition of warm hospitality, making it a desired destination for many tourists. If you want to plan out the places to visit in Sri Lanka, acquire the recommendable services of Sunshine Travels and Tours.
One of Sri Lanka’s legendary architects and a distinguished citizen was Geoffrey Bawa. Known for his influential works and for spearheading the development of what is commonly referred to as ‘tropical modernism’ in architecture, Geoffrey Bawa is considered to be one of the best Asian architects. One of his most famous and remarkable works is Lunuganga.
Lunuganga is a sprawling estate which served as the country home of Geoffrey Bawa. Arguably among the best landscapes of Sri Lanka, the beautiful cottage and its accompanying gardens, terraces and courtyards are the masterpieces of architecture and landscaping, making Lunuganga one of the most scenic and spectacular estates in Sri Lanka. During the life time of Bawa, the estate of Lunuganga acted as a ‘laboratory’ for the architect, as he constantly tried out new and revolutionary architecture and landscape ideas on the estate. Until his subsequent illness and ultimate demise, Bawa kept changing Lunuganga to incorporate all of his brilliant ideas and innovations. Today, Lunugaga is open to the public, and people can go and visit the stunning beauty and architectural genius of the estate. The gorgeous gardens of the estate include many delightful features, such as the Red Terrace, the Plain of Jars, the Cinnamon Hill & House, the Southern Terrace, the Boardwalk, the Water Garden, and the Porte Cochere.
Lunuganga and all its aesthetic architecture and landscape features are the making of a true genius. Pay it a visit and witness what is probably the greatest work of the legendary Geoffrey Bawa.
Chandrishan Williams is a travel writer who writes under the pen name, Caleb Falcon. He specializes in writing content based on the many exciting world adventures that await intrepid travellers. Google+