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THE TEA SHED
At the heart of Samakanda, The Tea Shed is a multi-purpose structure built on the site of the original ‘weighing shed’ used when the property was a conventional tea estate. Constructed purely from natural materials found on the land-mud, timber and palm frond cadjan thatch - the Tea Shed serves as a large central gathering space, suitable for workshops, yoga, seminars, film screenings, exhibitions and celebrations. For details on events and courses, please see Events.
Between the Tea Shed and the Bungalow, the Ambulama is perched dramatically above the Bowl. Also constructed from natural materials sourced on-site, this open pavilion provides a central gathering space for smaller groups.
Perched on the edge of the ridge above the Tea Shed, with spectacular views back south to the coast and up north towards Sinharaja rainforest, the Fire Pit provides the perfect location for soaking up the landscape by day, or star-gazing and bathing in moonlight by night. A large mango tree and jak tree offer shade during the day, with cooling breezes wafting from either direction. The Fire-Pit itself can also be used as a barbeque cooking area, surrounded by low tables, mats and cushions to create alternative areas for drinks, meals and relaxation.
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