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Executive summary
The purpose of this report was to analyze Eco-tourism practices in Sri Lanka,
identify the problems and negative gaps in order to create an action plan
concentrating on a part of the island which can be implemented to attract more
tourists while getting the use of Sri Lankan natural heritage.
This report indicates the problems, strengths, weaknesses of the selected location
and opportunities and threats from the external parts which are largely
uncontrollable. This report describes how to utilize strengths and how to capitalize
upon opportunities before they are lost. This report also describes how to minimize
weaknesses and different recommendations to overcome threats.
The research team conducted researches based on the area which has been
located, to identify current trade practices and also conducted web based
researches to identify best trade practices of a benchmarking location which is
similar or related to the area of Sri Lanka.
The research team compared the benchmarking location with the location of Sri
Lanka in order to identify negative gaps and also provide recommendations that
can be practically implemented by the ministry of environment to bridge the
negative gap
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Table of contents
1.0
Introduction
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2.0 Background to Eco-friendly tourism in Dambulla
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2.1 Current Eco-friendly tourism trade practices Followed by the hotels inDambulla...................4
3.0 Strengths- weaknesses opportunities threats (SWOT)
Analysis.7
3.1 Strengths
3.2 Weaknesses
3.3 Opportunities
3.4 Threats
4.0
Benchmarking
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4.1 Preface to Eco-friendly tourism In Lumbini
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5.0 Gap
analysis
.13
6.0 Conclusions
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7.0
Recommendations
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8.0 References
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10 Introduction
This report was requested by Mr. George Siriwardena deputy general of ministry of
environment. This report is a detailed action plan which can be implemented by the
ministry of environment to promote eco friendly tourism in Sri Lanka and also
provide information from both primary and secondary sources and useful
recommendations from the point of view of an environmental sustainability
consultant.
According to Eco friendly tourism (n.d.)Ecotourism is Ecological sustainable tourism
with a primary focus of experiencing natural areas and fosters environmental and
cultural understanding and improves the well-being of local people.
Based on the definition of TIES we conducted primary researches concentrating on
Dambulla which is situated in the Mathale District in the Central province of Sri
Lanka. The research team Identified Current Eco- friendly practices and Philosophies
followed by the hotels and resorts of Dambulla.
This report also explains the role of the local people and determines how to get
their knowledge and skills towards the development of Eco-friendly Tourism.
Therefore the research team examined how hotels and resorts of Dambulla have
helped the local communities. Based on the results of the SWOT analysis, the
research team identified that there are more opportunities in the present than the
past due to end of war in May 2009. Nevertheless there were internal weaknesses
of our selected location. Dambulla has only limited number of hotel rooms and only
two hotels are certified as Eco-friendly hotels by NGOs. Sri Lankan Government also
does not offer a standard certificate for environmental friendly eco-tourism
practices. Even though Dambulla is one of the best places for eco-tourism some
resorts are not utilizing the strengths of the location to the expected level.
The Serendib businesses solutions research team identified different alternatives
that can be used to solve problems faced by Dambulla as an eco-tourism
destination. Serendib business solutions also analyzed the current trade practicesand situation in Dambulla and benchmarked other practices followed in Lumbini In
Nepal since the Social, cultural, economical and religious background of two
locations are related to one another. The research team compared the practices
and policies followed in Lumbini and Dambulla in order to identify negative gaps
and also provide recommendations that can be practically implemented by the
ministry of environment to bridge the negative gaps.
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20 Background to Eco-friendly tourism In Dambulla
According to Eco friendly tourism (n.d.) Ecotourism is Ecological sustainable
tourism with a primary focus of experiencing natural areas and fosters
environmental and cultural understanding and improves the well-being of local
people.
Ecotourism was first introduced in Africa in the 1950s with the legalization of
hunting (Miller, 2007).
Eco Tourism concepts were introduced to Sri Lanka in 1998 by Sri Lanka Eco-
tourism Foundation (SLEF).SLEF has identified several eco tourism locations in Sri
Lanka such as Belihul oya, Arugam Bay, Trincomalee, Bundala National Park and
Dambulla( Sri Lanka Eco-tourism Foundation, n.d.)
According to Serendipty Tours (2007) Sri Lanka is an eco tourism paradise, with 8th
wonder of the world SIGIRYA in Dambulla.
The two main Eco friendly certified hotels in Dambulla are Amaaya Lake Resort and
Heritance Kandalama. Heritance Kandalama won Asias Responsible Tourism Award
for large hotel category in 2010( Aitken Spence, 2010).
2.1Current Eco-friendly tourism trade practices Followed by the
hotels in Dambulla
Heritance Kandalama is a Certified Eco-friendly Hotel which is also one of the best
Eco-friendly hotels in Asia. Heritance Hotel represents a unique Green Philosophy
that combines responsible tourism with environment friendliness. The Heritance
Kandalama has won awards as one of the most eco-friendly hotels in the world. It is
by far the most environment friendly hotel in Sri Lanka. Heritance hotels have
pioneered eco tourism in Sri Lanka(Green Philosophy, n.d.).
Geoffrey Bawas visionary architectural design
Heritance kandalama was designed by Geoffrey Bawa, a world famous architecture.
Geoffrey Bawas visionary architectural design has ensured that no lights are
required anywhere in the hotel during daytime. All spaces are designed to receive
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an adequate amount of natural light. As a result of something as simple as the
allowance for lighting, the hotel makes a substantial saving in the energy that is
consumed (Green Philosophy, n.d.)
Eco-friendly practices followed by heritance Kandalama whenbuilding the hotel
The hotel was built between two rock formations and none of the trees on the
location were destroyed. The entire hotel is built on a raised platform allowing water
to flow under the hotel. It also allows the free flow of animals under the hotel,
creating a minimum impact on the eco system.
Energy conservation policy
The hotel has a comprehensive energy conservation policy with power cut-off
switches, energy efficient lighting (CFL bulbs), photo active garden lights and solar
power hot water systems. Heritance Kandalama uses a bio mass plant which uses
renewable sources such as leaves, cow dung and elephant dung provided by
villagers instead of depleting source to generate power. Heritance Kandalama also
has joined hands with Sri Lankan Sustainable energy authority and also has won
certificates from ministry of environment, tourism and energy for the contribution to
Environment conservation (Energy, Water and Waste Management, n.d.).
Water conservation P olicy
The hotel also has a comprehensive water conservation policy where no surface
water is utilized. Even though the hotel is surrounded by the 1700 year old
reservoirs, this water has been untouched and none of it is used for hotel use.
Water is obtained from deep tube wells in a sustainable manner. In addition, rain
water is harvested from a maze of gutters. 100% waste water is painstakingly
recycled by a state-of-the art facility and reused resulting in reduction of fresh
water use Energy, Water and Waste Management, n.d.).
Environment Conservation Policy
In order to prevent deforestation and the construction of unauthorized artificial
structures the hotel has invested in creating the conservational forest of over 200
acres. This includes part of the 50 acres of land within the hotel premises and a
dedicated forest conservation of 198 acres. This reservation area would be the
home for 128 species of native flora, 183 species of birds, 19 species of reptiles and
amphibians, 17 species of mammals and 64 species of butterflies. Furthermore no
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plants have been introduced by the hotel itself in order to maintain the natural
habitat of the area (Bio Diversity Protection & Conservation Forest, n.d.).
Eco Parks and other Eco-friendly activitiesThe Eco Park is one of the unique attractions of Kandalama. It includes a range of
features including our wildlife orphanage, state-of-the-art waste water recycling
plant, compost fertilizer pits, wet and solid waste recycling centres, elephant dung
paper making facility, herbal garden, eco library and open air sports facilities.
The Elephant dung paper making plant which is managed by the hotel, Makes
handmade writing papers according to international standards and also imported to
countries like USA and other Western European counties. Elephant dung paper
manufacturing helps the conservation of this endangered and largest of land
animals (elephant dung paper.n.d.).
Helping Local Communities
Heritance Kandalama provides career opportunities to more than 220 employees
from local communities on full time permanent basis and trains and recruits
unemployed youth from surrounding villages. Heritance Kandalama also gives a
helping hand to Substantial numbers of local craftsmen/women are provided a
market place to sell their crafts and local artists, drummers and dancers areencouraged by the hotel by developing and promoting traditional Sri Lankan art
forms while earning them a livelihood. This also helps to revive disappearing
traditions (Helping local communities. n.d.).
Other social work
Helping schools by conducting seminars for teachers and students.
Gifting class rooms, books, desks, chairs and other equipments for needy
schools.
Heritance Kandalama has invested their own funds to provide access to
electricity over 750 families, access to safe drinking water to over 600
families.
Heritance kandalama has built 6.5 km of road the road access to the village
for common public use.
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10 Strengths- weaknesses opportunities threats (SWOT) Analysis
The research team of Serendib business solutions carried out an analysis to identify
internal strengths and weaknesses of Dambulla as an ecotourism destination and
also to uncover opportunities and threats faced by Dambulla. This SWOT analysis
was analyzed critically to provide recommendation to the ministry of environment.
Results gathered from the SWOT analysis would be useful for eco tourism hotels in
Dambulla and also for the ministry of environment not only to get the maximum use
strengths and opportunities but also to minimize and overcome weaknesses and
Threats.
3.1 Strengths
Dambulla is located in the middle of the island which helps tourist from othercountries to reach Dambulla easily. Tourists who visit Dambulla will also find
it convenient to visit other tourist destinations. Dambulla also has the direct
connectivity to major cities, Airports, seaports and Local markets. Dambulla
also has the Sri Lankas largest Economic centre established in 1999 for
agricultural products (Gunatilleke, 2007).
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Dambulla is a scenic location with vast number of tourist attraction including
Rose quartz mountains, Dambulla Rock, Dambulla International Cricket
Stadium, Dambulla Tank and Dambulla cave temple which is commonly
known as Dambulu Viharaya which is the largest and the best preservedcave temple in the world and it is also named as a world heritage site in 1991
by UNESCO. Dambulla is one of the best places to watch animals in their
natural habitat and elephant rides along the Dambulla reservoir is a common
sight (Michael, 1995).Therefore Dambulla can use these tourist attractions to
capture more visitors.
3.1 Weaknesses
Although Dambulla has many tourists hotels situated across the area, only
two hotels are certified and awarded by NGOs and international bodies as
eco-friendly hotels and for their practices. The research team identified manysmall guest houses and lodges in the area which are not financially
established. As a result of that these lodges have not reached a greater
acceptance by the international bodies or NGOs and also not following any
Eco-friendly practices since it is costly. This shows that there are only few
eco-friendly hotels rooms in Dambulla, which will be not enough for the
increasing number of tourists to Sri Lanka. (Gunatilleke, 2007).
There isnt any standard certification given for Eco-friendly practices
Sponsored by the government or any Sri Lankan authority. A standard
certificate for Eco-friendly hotels sponsored by the government would be an
important fact especially for small guest houses and lodges which are unable
to reach the international level. Offering a certificate would also encourage
small hotels and hotels which are under construction to follow eco-friendly
practices. Sri Lankan Government should examine the practices and
strategies critically according to international criterias and measures before
offering the certificate.
3.1 Opportunities After the end of civil war in May 2009 Sri Lankan economy shows a growth
with 7% GDP in 2010. Sri Lankan government has invested heavily on many
development and infrastructure projects including tourist hotels, Highways,
Airports and Seaports. Due to these reasons, it shows a development in the
banking, shipping, transportation and communication sectors in Sri Lanka.
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These positive conditions have made a positive impact on the trade of
tourism (Jayatilleke, 2010).
After the end of civil war in May 2009 Sri Lanka shows an increase in touristarrivals to Sri Lanka. Sri Lanka is expecting 2.5 million tourists to visit Sri
Lanka in 2016. The increasing number of tourist arrivals will certainly provide
more carrier opportunities for local communities (Gonetilleke, 2010).
Low Interest rate on long term loans has provided an opportunity for
businesses to raise funds for the investment in the trade of tourism. When
the inflation is 6.5% in 2010 the interest rates on long term loans was
13.25%p.a showing a real rate of 6.33%p.a (Daniel, 2010).
3.1 Threats
The Biggest threat that was faced by Sri Lanka was the thirty year civil war and
during the time of conflict many countries advised their citizens not to travel to Sri
Lanka Due to Security reasons. Therefore many tourists refused to visit Sri Lanka
during the time of conflict. When conducting the SWOT analysis, the research team
did not identify any threats faced by Sri Lanka which shows that the conditions are
now in favor of Sri Lanka and the Negative image of Sri Lanka has totally changed in
the international arena.
New York Times in2010 indicated that Sri Lanka is the one of the safest place
to travel.
National geographic Channel in 2010 Ranked Sri Lanka as the Second Best
Island In the world.
Worldtoursim.com in May 24, 2010shows that Sri Lanka is one of the best eco
friendly place to travel
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10 Benchmarking
The following Section gives the best Eco tourism practices followed in Lumbini in
Nepal. The benchmarking followed in the report due the fact that, these principles
are compared against the current practices followed in Dambulla in order to identify
negative gaps.
4.1 Preface to Eco-friendly tourism In Lumbini
This section gives a precise Introduction to the Eco-friendly tourism in Nepal.
In Nepal tourism is a major foreign exchange earner.
Major tourist destinations are Himalaya, Lumbini, Katmandu, Patan Dubur and
Baktapur Dudur.
Nepal is specialized for eco-friendly tourist activities such as trekking,expeditions, Rafting, Safaris, biking and rock climbing.
The reason why the research team of Serendib business solutions chose Lumbini for
benchmarking purpose is due to the similarities in the social, cultural and regional
areas with the selected Sri Lanka location Dambulla. Both locations are sacred
Buddhist destinations.
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Most of the tourists travel to Sri Lanka and Nepal are Indians, which is 70% and 49.3
% respectively.
Lumbini is the Birth place of Lord Buddha and named as a world heritage site byUNESCO in 1997(Rathnasinghe, 2010).
Dambulla has the world largest best preserved cave temple with 153 ancient
Buddha statues which is also named as a world heritage site by UNESCO in 1991
(Handunnetti, 2009).
Practices followed in Lumbini
The sacred city of lumbini has 12 Eco-friendly hotels which are certified by the
government of Nepal, according to universal criterias. Some of these hotels have
won many international awards and eco-friendly certifications for their practices.The official data from Lumbini Development Trust, Information Centre shows a
mounting rate of tourists in Lumbini with increment by 20.69 % in comparison of
2009. The pilgrims and tourists from 94 countries visited Lumbini this year. Sri-
Lanka kept its top position with the total number of 37,645 visitors (Mounting
Rates of tourists to Lumbini2011).
Special Visa procedures for Sri Lankan Pilgrims.Nepal has identified Sri Lankan pilgrims to Lumbini and introduced special
visa procedures. For Sri Lankan Pilgrims visiting Lumbini can get single entry
visa for 15 days in US$ 10 or equivalent convertible currency. (Mountain
delights treks and expeditions n.d.).
Environmental education program s for foreigners who visits Lumbini
The government of Nepal has initiated Environmental education programs for
foreigners who visit Lumbini. The main objective of this program is to educate
foreigners about the natural environment of Lumbini and to bring about
awareness about the environmental problems faced (Ecotourism in Lumbini
n.d.).
Environmental conservation fundTravelers to Lumbini have not only shown concern about their impact on nature, but
also a willingness to pay for its conservation. The provided the fund is utilized
directly for the protection of the environment. Makalu-Barun National Park and
Kanchenjunga Conservation Projects are funded by entrance fees paid by
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visitors for National Parks and Conservation Areas. (Eco-tourism in Lumbini
n.d.).
National Environment Protection Act (EPA) of 1997 and theEnvironment Protection Rules (EPR) of 1997 of Nepal are strictly
implemented in Lumbini
Government of Nepal has banned bottled drinks from the National Parks and
Conservation Areas of Lumbini.
Moreover, only 20 lodges per five years per conservation area are allowed to be
built. The government monitors the construction processes of each hotel and offers
an Eco-friendly standard certificate based on their practices. Without the standard
certificates, hotels are not allowed to do any business within the conservation area.
In order to maintain quality in the lodges, they are allowed to charge only fix rates
as determined by the government. (Ecotourism in Lumbini n.d.).
Eco friendly standard Certificate issued by the Government of Nepal.
Eco-friendly Standard certification is given after analyzing and evaluating the
practices according to the international criteria introduced by TIES (The
International Eco-tourism Society);
Ecotourism Key Principles -According to International Eco Tourism
standards (n.d.) "Ecologically sustainable tourism with a primary
focus on experiencing natural areas that fosters environmental and
cultural understanding, appreciation and conservation".
The core set of eight principles for ecotourism products Nature
area focus, Interpretation, Environmental sustainability practice,Contribution to conservation, Benefitting local communities, Cultural
respect, Customer satisfaction and responsible marketing
(International Eco Tourism standards ,n.d.).
Helping local communities of LumbiniSince the Participation of the local people is a major factor in these projects they
have been given various training regarding health and conservation of biodiversity.
They have also been taught income generating activities like vegetable gardening
and sewing. For example Aluminum can left behind by pilgrims are being recycled
into pots and pans by local blacksmiths which is an income generating activity. By
empowering local people with appropriate financial assistance, the projects help the
villagers not only in improving the quality of their lives but also in providing them
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alternatives to their traditional means of income which generally were connected to
the surrounding forests conservation.(Bhudhathoki, 2003)
10 Gap Analysis
The Research team of Serendib business solutions has identified the currentEco-friendly trade practices followed by the hotels of Dambulla. These trade
practices of Dambulla has been further analyzed and compared with the
benchmarking research and identified negative gaps which is explained in
this section.
1. Eco-friendly standard certificate sponsored by the government would be
an important step to promote eco-tourism in Sri Lanka.
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The Eco-friendly certificate for hotels in conservation areas such as
Lumbini is essential to launch a hotel which shows that without the
certificate no hotels are allowed in the conservation area in Nepal. The
Certificate given by the government of Nepal follows the Internationalcriteria. (Ecotourism in Lumbini n.d.).
Dambulla also has several conservation areas including the area which
is conserved by Heritance Kandalama (200acres). Bordering these
conservation areas new non-eco friendly hotels has established (Bio
Diversity Protection & Conservation Forest, n.d.).
In Dambulla there are two internationally certified eco-friendly hotels
which are very popular for their eco-friendly practices. However There
isnt any standard certification given for Eco-friendly practicesSponsored by the government of Sri Lanka or any Sri Lankan authority.
A standard certificate for Eco-friendly hotels sponsored by the
government would be an important fact especially for small guest
houses and lodges which are unable to reach the international level.
Offering a certificate would also encourage small hotels and hotels
which are under construction to follow eco-friendly practices. Sri
Lankan Government should examine the practices and strategies
critically according to international criterias and measures before
offering the certificate.
1. Environmental education programs which are initiated by the government
of Nepal have been Helpful to minimize their impact on the Environment
and also to raise funds for their conservation.
Environmental education programs Sponsored by the Government of
Nepal In conservation areas such as Lumbini also promotes sustainable
tourism and provide environmental and cultural education to travelers
through free, impartial information and training programs (Ecotourism
in Lumbini n.d.).
In Dambulla There are Environmental educational programs held by
the hotels in their conservation areas. However there isnt any
environmental education program for foreigners, sponsored by theGovernment of Sri Lanka or any Sri Lankan authority. (elephant dung
paper.n.d.).
Conducting such educational programs in Sri Lanka would also help to
promote eco-tourism and also to generate funds for Sri Lankan
Conservation programs.
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1. Environmental conservation fund.
Environment education programs held in Nepal also raises funds for
their conservation. The conservation fund, which is maintained by the
donations of foreigners, is utilized directly for the protection of the
environment.
In Sri Lanka there are several Conservation funds in certain areas. In
Sinharaja there is a rainforest conservation fund, Founded by the Sri
Lankan Wildlife conservation society (Sri Lankan Wildlife conservation
society 2007).
In Dambulla there isnt any conservation fund. The research team of
Serendib business solutions also found that Sri Lankan authorities are
not charging an entrance fee at the entrance to conservation areas or
at the entrance of Dambulla Cave temple.
1. National Environment Protection Act (EPA) of 1997 and the Environment
Protection Rules (EPR) of 1997 of Nepal are strictly implemented in
Lumbini and such conservation areas.
Environment protection laws which are enacted in the parliament of Sri
Lanka is not Implemented in conservation areas.
National Environmental Act No. 47 of 1980
National Environmental (Amendment) Act, No. 56 of 1988
National Environmental (Amendment) Act, No. 53 of 2000
Neglecting the Implementation and necessary application of above
mentioned acts has lead to many unethical practices by those hotels
in Dambulla bordering the conservation areas of Heritance Kandalama
(Bio Diversity Protection & Conservation Forest, n.d.).
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10 Conclusion
6.1 Dambulla is one of the best eco-tourism destinations in Sri Lanka with many
tourist attractions including Dambulla Cave temple, the largest and the best
preserved cave temple.
6.2Some current Eco-friendly trade practices followed by the hotels of Dambulla
have made Dambulla as a premier eco-tourism destination in the region of
Asia.
6.3The research team of Serendib Business solutions identified different hotels
in Dambulla which are not utilizing their Strengths and opportunities and also
identified different hotels which are not following eco-friendly trade practices.
6.4 Lumbini, the birth place of Lord Buddha in Nepal, shows similarities to our
selected location Dambulla, has been quite successful as a result of their
Eco-friendly trade practices and the Involvement of the Government.
6.5Lack of Involvement of the Government of Sri Lanka in the trade of Eco-
tourism and Inability to Enforce and implement environmental protection
Acts has caused a downfall in the trade of Eco-tourism.
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Recommendations
7.1. Introduce an eco-friendly Standard Certificate sponsored by the Ministry of
environment, Sri Lanka or by a Sri Lankan Authority after analyzing and
examining the Eco-friendly trade practices followed by the hotels according
to the International Criteria introduced by TIES (the International eco-tourism
society).
Issuing a standard certificate for Eco-friendly practices will promote
eco-tourism in Sri Lanka and will motivate small lodges and hotels to
practice eco-friendly strategies. Foreign tourists as well as locals will also tend to consider the eco-
friendly certificate before spending their money on holiday packages.
7.1. Initiate Environmental Education programs for foreigners sponsored by the
Ministry of environment in order to minimize their impact on the Environment
and also to raise funds for Sri Lankan conservation programs.
Ministry of Environment should encourage hotels to continue their
Environmental education programs while getting the help of the hotels
to initiate a National Environmental education program.
These Environmental education programs should also promote
sustainable tourism and provide environmental and cultural education
to travelers.
7.1. Establish an Environmental conservation fund In order to collect donations
from foreigners who visit conservation areas of Sri Lanka.
By establishing an environmental conservation fund, Sri Lankan can
raise funds that can be utilized in Sri Lankan conservation Programs.
Sri Lankan authorities can charge an entrance fee at the entrance to
conservation areas or at the entrance of Dambulla Cave temple.
Environmental education programs will also contribute to generate
funds by raising awareness of tourists.
7.1. Implement National Environmental acts 1980, 1988 & 2000 which are
enacted by the Parliament of Sri Lanka especially in conservation areas of
Dambulla in order to stop unethical practices by those hotels in Dambulla
bordering the conservation areas of Heritance Kandalama.
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The Research team of Serendib business solutions also found that the
hotels, locals and foreigners are not aware of these environmental
protection laws enacted in the parliament of Sri Lanka.
Therefore the Ministry of Environment should also include a section toexplain environmental protection acts in their Environmental Education
program.
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7. Elephant dung paper.(n.d.) Retrieved 12 January 2011,from Heritance
Kandalama Site: http://www.heritancehotels.com/kandalama/browse.php?
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