Sri Lanka Tourism’s promotional song titled “Paradise Calling” was
ceremoniously launched at a function held at “Ape Gama” in Battaramulla
in the presence of Hon. M.L.A.M Hizbullah – Deputy Minister of Economic
Development, Dr. Willie Gamage secretary to the Ministry of Botanical
Gardens and Public Recreation . Mr. Bhashwara Gunarathna Chairman of Sri
Lanka Tourism , Mr. Rumy Jauffer Managing Director of Sri Lanka Tourism
Promotions Bureau, Dr.D.S Jayaweera – Director General of Sri Lanka
Tourism Development Authority and Mr. Nilmin Nanayakkara Board Member of
SLTPB. The song’s Musical concept and Direction was done by Sri Lanka’s
famous young artist duo Bathiya & Santush. The lyrics were written
by veteran song writer Mr. Kelum Srimal. The launching ceremony was held
with the participation of more than 24 young vocalists and many
distinguished guests representing travel and tourism industry of Sri
Lanka. This is the brain Child of Hon. Basil Rajapaksa Minister of
Economic Development to produce a promotional song for Sri Lanka Tourism
industry.
The new promotional song contains lyrics in all 03 official languages
to appeal to a wider audience both locally and internationally. It
covers major attractions of Sri Lanka, the heritage, lifestyle,
hospitality, culture, natural beauty and the warmth of rivaled by Sri
Lankan people. The new song will be used for all Sri Lanka Tourism
promotional activities in order to uphold the numerous tourism
attractions and value of Sri Lanka as a traveler’s paradise. SLTPB is
also planning to produce this song in many languages in the future.
“Paradise Calling - Sthuthi Sri Lanka” Song Credits :
Musical Concept & Direction by Bathiya & Santhush