The COVID pandemic has taken its toll on everyone, as health guidelines for social gatherings have constricted themselves around weddings while the affordability of necessities skyrockets by the minute, perhaps the best way forward would be to invite a limited number of guests that are near and dear to your heart, the people that you are absolutely sure you want to stand by your side to celebrate your very special day! An intimate wedding allows you to give a better experience for your invitees,  by giving you more freedom to spend on a particular area without having to stretch your budget thin trying to accommodate a large gathering.

On the topic of locations for your wedding, Sri Lanka is home to an irresistible selection of gorgeous wedding locations combining the most lavish banquet halls with stunning photogenic outdoor venues and gardens meticulously crafted to provide you with the most idyllic wedding photoshoot one can only dream of. As the saying goes, a picture is worth a thousand words but a memory is priceless, keeping this in mind it should be of utmost importance to identify the most ideal venue for your special day, making sure to consider covering all aspects of pre-wedding shoots and deciding on the desired setting for your wedding pictures in order to make the wedding memories you will cherish for the many years to follow.

With many venues for weddings and photoshoots Sri Lanka is able to cater to quite the extraordinary amount of tastes and specifications each more unique than the last when it comes to allowing you to plan out your wedding photoshoot and venue locations down to the most minute details.

Here we have listed 8 amazing and unique venues that are perfect for an intimate wedding or for a photoshoot 

 

WORX 

WORX co-working space is built with superb attention to detail with stunning design and deco. Conveniently located on Jawatta Road, Colombo 05, it can easily double as a wedding space or photogenic space with many artistically designed locations available within the property. 

55tg Suites 

This fabulous venue brings you a world of art, both oriental and modern, blending into each other to create a magnificent masterpiece that can be the background for your wedding. Also perfect for magical photoshoots! 

Nuga Rosmead 

Full of character and charm, Nuga Rosmead is a great venue for an in:mate gathering on your special day. With its architecture and period features, a lush lawn and lovely indoors, this is just a place to make beautiful memories. 

Tintagel 

Impeccably designed, Tintagel Colombo is housed in a stunning heritage structure that was previously home to 3 of Sri Lanka’s political leaders. If you would love to add some historical character and intrigue to you in:mate wedding, this is just the place for you! 

Uga Residence 

a 180-year-old mansion converted into a trendy boutique hotel, Uga Residence is a calm oasis in the heart of the city. Artfully decorated with a lavish interior, this is an ideal venue for an in:mate gathering on your special day. 

Maniumpathy 

A grand century-old boutique hotel previously home to five generations of an esteemed doctor before being exceptionally restyled with a shady courtyard garden beside an inviting lap pool. Celebrate your special day in style at Maniumpathy. 

Magic Mansion 

A magical haven in the middle of the bustling city. With cozy, home-like comfort, Magic Mansion offers the modern urban familiarity with opulence! Just the place for a group of friends and family who feel at home in each other’s company. 

La Belle Epoque 

A special and private venue in Mt. Lavinia that offers a rich history, large gardens, lawns, an infinity pool and a terrace overlooking the sea and St, Thomas' college ground. A wonderful wedding location for those wishing to experience something different. 

 

In order to prepare your wedding location there are some things to keep in mind in addition to selecting the venue,  your guest list and budget for example. Contact the venue well in advance to make sure it is within your budget and is able to accommodate all your guests and most importantly if it is available at the desired date, there are some things that you’d consider 100% non-negotiable after all so it’s important to make sure your wedding venue is able to fulfill those requirements. 

Knowing the direction you want to take your wedding is the first step, some couples may choose for a more modernized approach and set their sights on a more architectural locations, perhaps an art gallery or a trendy boutique, while others would opt for a setting that is more attuned to the beauties of nature, incorporating elements such as a lush, flowery garden or by a warm sandy beach accompanied by the curling waves of the sea. Understand the vibe and aesthetic you want for your special day and then consult the options available, Sri Lanka’s rich and established industry allows it to be home for a wealth of banquet halls and wedding locations each with their own unique charm and twist.