We invite you to a unique event inspired by the traditions of Sri Lanka. This April, our resort will host the Sri Lankan New Year Awurudu celebrations, one of the most important festivals of Sri Lankan culture.
Sri Lankan New Year Celebrations
Awurudu symbolizes a new beginning, prosperity, harmony, and the joy of coming together. In the Ayurvedic tradition, this period is associated with cleansing of both body and mind, as well as with wishes for health and happiness in the year ahead.
During these five days, we are preparing an authentic program led by our Sri Lankan Ayurvedic doctors, offering traditional rituals, cultural performances, tastings, and the opportunity to gain insight into Sri Lankan customs and the philosophy of Ayurveda.
The program is intended primarily for guests of our Ayurvedic stays, however selected parts will also be open to the public on Wednesday, April 15.
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Celebration Program
April 13 – Welcome of Guests
Official opening of the celebrations and welcome of the guests participating in the program. Our Ayurvedic doctors will introduce the Awurudu tradition and the program for the following days.
April 14 – Traditional Rituals
A day dedicated to Sri Lankan New Year rituals and Ayurvedic treatments.
April 15 – Main Day of the Celebrations (also open to the public)
The highlight of the celebrations, when visitors from the public can also join the guests of the resort.
Programme
9:00 – Ritual for Health and Good Fortune in the New Year (Reitenberger Resort Lobby)
A traditional oil ritual led by Sri Lankan Ayurvedic doctors.
From 14:00 – Afternoon programme at Restaurant U Opata:
- welcome dance
- talk about the Sri Lankan New Year Awurudu and Ayurveda
- presentation of Ayurvedic treatments and products
- lantern-making workshop
- traditional games and competitions
- music of traditional Raban drums
17:00 – Evening buffet inspired by Ayurvedic cuisine (optional, surcharge 590 CZK)
18:00 – 22:00 – Evening gathering with music and a Sri Lankan atmosphere
Throughout the event you can enjoy:
- tasting of Ayurvedic tea and traditional sweets
- opportunity to purchase Ayurvedic products
- themed decoration and photo corner
Registration for the public:
Participation in the afternoon programme is free of charge, however registration is required via an online form.
Each registered participant will also receive a special voucher for a selected Ayurvedic massage or treatment for one of their future visits to the resort.
April 16 – Ayurveda Day
Continuation of the programme for guests of Ayurvedic stays with morning yoga, Ayurvedic treatments, and an evening demonstration of traditional dance.
April 17 – Farewell
Conclusion of the celebrations during breakfast and farewell to the guests.
April 13 – Welcome of Guests
Official opening of the celebrations and welcome of the guests participating in the program. Our Ayurvedic doctors will introduce the Awurudu tradition and the program for the following days.
April 14 – Traditional Rituals
A day dedicated to Sri Lankan New Year rituals and Ayurvedic treatments.
April 15 – Main Day of the Celebrations (also open to the public)
The highlight of the celebrations, when visitors from the public can also join the guests of the resort.
Programme
9:00 – Ritual for Health and Good Fortune in the New Year (Reitenberger Resort Lobby)
A traditional oil ritual led by Sri Lankan Ayurvedic doctors.
From 14:00 – Afternoon programme at Restaurant U Opata:
- welcome dance
- talk about the Sri Lankan New Year Awurudu and Ayurveda
- presentation of Ayurvedic treatments and products
- lantern-making workshop
- traditional games and competitions
- music of traditional Raban drums
17:00 – Evening buffet inspired by Ayurvedic cuisine (optional, surcharge 590 CZK)
18:00 – 22:00 – Evening gathering with music and a Sri Lankan atmosphere
Throughout the event you can enjoy:
- tasting of Ayurvedic tea and traditional sweets
- opportunity to purchase Ayurvedic products
- themed decoration and photo corner
Registration for the public:
Participation in the afternoon programme is free of charge, however registration is required via an online form.
Each registered participant will also receive a special voucher for a selected Ayurvedic massage or treatment for one of their future visits to the resort.
April 16 – Ayurveda Day
Continuation of the programme for guests of Ayurvedic stays with morning yoga, Ayurvedic treatments, and an evening demonstration of traditional dance.
April 17 – Farewell
Conclusion of the celebrations during breakfast and farewell to the guests.
If you would like to fully experience the atmosphere of the celebrations, we recommend booking an Ayurvedic stay from April 13–17, 2026. The celebrations are part of the programme for guests of our Ayurvedic packages and offer a unique opportunity to discover Ayurveda not only as a healing method, but also as a living tradition of Sri Lanka.
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