Exploring Sigiriya Rock Museum: The Importance of Travel and Leisure for Persons with Disabilities

#Travel and #leisure are not just luxuries; they’re fundamental for everyone’s mental and physical well-being—including persons with #disabilities. Visiting historic landmarks like the Sigiriya Rock Museum in Sri Lanka can open doors to new perspectives, foster inclusion, and provide enriching experiences.

#Manique Gunaratne created an opportunity for a group of persons with disabilities to visit the #Sigiriya Rock #Museum in February 2022.

🦽 Accessible travel highlights the importance of creating spaces where everyone can explore and enjoy our shared cultural heritage. The Sigiriya Rock Museum, with its historical artifacts and immersive exhibits, offers a chance to experience the story of Sri Lanka's past in an inclusive way.

Whether it’s connecting with history, enjoying a day out with loved ones, or simply breaking free from everyday routines, leisure activities enhance quality of life and promote #mental #wellness for persons with disabilities.

Let’s continue advocating for #accessible #tourism, ensuring that everyone, regardless of ability, can experience the beauty and richness of places like Sigiriya!

 

Manique outdoors in a park, smiling, with trees, stone structures, and people in the background on a sunny day.

Manique and a man stand outdoors, smiling. He holds a notebook; trees and a wall with metal structure behind them.

Manique and three other masked individuals stand in a old Sigiriya brick corridor with a tree, near a building with green and white walls.

Manique and two other women in a gallery observe framed black and white photographs on a grey wall, one describing a picture.

A serene pond surrounded by trees and greenery, with a bridge and people, under sunlight, creating a peaceful atmosphere.

A museum interior with a classical painting, directional signs for ticket office and museum, and a glass-topped counter.

Manique stands by a tree near a sign for Sigiriya Museum, with text in English, Sinhala, and Tamil.

The image shows a sign for Sigiriya Museum, with text in three languages, surrounded by trees and natural light.



#Kishara #Manique Gunaratne

Committee Member – SPRINT Committee of #Family #Planning #Association

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