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The Sri Lanka Pavilion attracted nearly 10,000 visitors during the past 20 days from the date of commencement with positive endorsements flowing in. The interactive craft corner which had a cane weaving demonstration, drew many and is run on a rotation basis with an array of activities from batik, Sri Lankan puppetry, clay pottery, wood carving, Sri Lankan sculpting craft, patterns of ‘Beeralu’, brass plate designs, mask Carving, Rush and Reed Craft, Flax Designs showcasing Sri Lankan art and crafts to the world.
Included in the pavilion is a retail corner hosted by EDB providing the opportunity for Sri Lankan export businesses to exhibit their products.
These exporters were selected in response to an industry circular, and provides the opportunity for variety and a greater number of exporter participation as it is on a rotation basis.
Also included in the pavilion is ‘Ceylon Tea’ corner hosted by the Tea Board in partnership with the private sector and will be on a roster basis and run throughout the six months. Laksala is also provided with a special souk to showcase and to sell Sri Lankan art and craft outside the Sri Lankan Pavilion, said Sri Lanka Tourism Chairperson Kimarli Fernando.
Source: http://www.sundayobserver.lk/2021/10/31/business/over-10000-visit-sri-lanka-pavilion-20-days
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