The Lotus Tower, standing tall as South Asia’s highest tower, has achieved a significant milestone by welcoming one million visitors since its public opening on September 15, 2022. The momentous occasion was marked on Wednesday (26) as the millionth ticket was sold, and a lucky family from Wilgamuwa, Matale, won a cash prize of Rs. 150,000 and other rewards worth around 50,000 rupees.
Among the one million visitors, 22,000 were foreigners, highlighting its appeal as a tourist attraction. The Chief Executive Officer of the Lotus Tower Management Private Company, Major General (retired) Prasad Samarasinghe, expressed his delight at the overwhelming response.
Apart from ticket sales, the Lotus Tower generates substantial income by offering services to various institutions located within the tower. Major General Samarasinghe revealed that the second and third phases of the Lotus Tower project, currently in progress, are expected to be completed by December.
The tower, sprawling over an area of 30,600 square meters and towering at 350 meters, provides visitors with a unique opportunity to spend 30 minutes on its seventh floor, offering breathtaking views of prominent landmarks such as Sigiriya, Adam’s Peak, and Knuckles Range. The Lotus Tower remains open to both local and foreign tourists, promising continued allure to visitors from all corners of the globe.
