An Opening Ceremony to the Land

A gentle landing into Sri Lanka.

A ceremony perfect for a group just arriving on the island, or for anyone curious about the living stories and spirit of this land. An engaging storytelling circle shares tales of the island’s deities before we invoke the mother deity — Paththini Deviyo / Kannagi Amman — through a ritual of peeling lotus petals, lighting lamps and offering prayer. Three performances express Sri Lanka’s ancient healing modalities, closing with a sharing circle for reflection and questions.