On Sri Lanka – a tropical island full of spice scents, soothing sounds of nature, and spiritual depth – Ayurveda was born. This ancient art of healing, dating back millennia, remains vibrant today and is gaining increasing popularity worldwide as a natural alternative to modern medicine.

Ayurveda, which literally means 'knowledge of life', is an ancient healing practice that is an integral part of Lankan health culture. Based on natural plant ingredients, therapeutic massages, personalised diets, and cleansing rituals, Ayurveda offers more than just treatment – it provides an opportunity for deep regeneration and a return to inner balance.

Ayurveda does not merely treat symptoms – it reaches deeper, to the roots of disturbances, restoring the balance of body, mind, and spirit. It is a comprehensive health system that includes, among others, personalised diets, Panchakarma cleansing rituals, herbal medicine, therapeutic massages, yoga, meditation, and breathing exercises.

Hela Wedakama is a lesser-known, yet equally fascinating form of ancient medicine, whose origins trace back to the mythical King Rawana and his ancestor – the sage Pulasthi Rishi. Passed down through generations – in monasteries, families, among kings and healers – it remains an invaluable source of knowledge and inspiration for practitioners of natural medicine today.