Taj Samudra, Colombo was privileged to welcome one of India’s most distinguished dignitaries when His Excellency C. P. Radhakrishnan, Vice President of India, chose the iconic Colombo landmark as his base during his landmark official visit to Sri Lanka recently.

His Excellency was warmly received on arrival by Mr. Samrat Datta, Area Director for Taj Maldives and Sri Lanka and General Manager of Taj Samudra, Colombo, reflecting the hotel’s proud tradition of delivering world-class hospitality to heads of state and senior dignitaries from across the globe.

This visit was a historic one the first-ever bilateral visit by a sitting Vice President of India to Sri Lanka, making Taj Samudra’s role as the official residence of choice all the more significant.

For Taj Samudra, welcoming His Excellency was both an honour and a reflection of the hotel’s enduring reputation as Colombo’s premier address for diplomatic and state hospitality. Ideally located in the heart of the city, Taj Samudra has long been the preferred choice for visiting heads of state, dignitaries, and global leaders offering an unmatched combination of gracious Sri Lankan hospitality, impeccable service, and world-class facilities.