Discover authentic Sri Lankan
Connect with real people, real stories, and real crafts from the island. Experience the warmth of Sri Lankan hospitality through cultural activities and handmade goods that tell generations of tradition.
What we offer
Browse curated experiences and marketplace items
Handmade crafts and authentic local goods
Support artisans and take home a piece of Sri Lanka
Shop NowAI Itinerary Planner
Smart travel planning powered by AI — build your perfect Sri Lanka trip
Plan My TripHow it works
Four steps from discovery to connection
Browse authentic listings and real stories
Scroll through experiences and crafts that matter
Read details, see photos and cultural background
Every listing tells you what to expect
Contact the vendor directly by phone
Speak with them, ask questions, build trust
Request a booking through the platform
Confirm dates and details with confidence
Our Tech Stack
Built with modern, scalable, and robust technologies
Frontend
Next.js, React, and Tailwind CSS for a highly responsive and modern user interface.
Backend
NestJS and Node.js powering a secure, modular, and high-performance API.
Database
PostgreSQL and Prisma ORM ensure robust data modeling and reliable transactions.
Language & Tooling
TypeScript across the entire stack, Cloudinary for media, and OpenAI for AI features.
Our passionate team
The heart and soul behind Ayubowan Connect's cultural mission
Niveka Wijeratne
Team Lead / Co-founder & DeveloperArchitected the core platform and developed the comprehensive Vendor Dashboard and Insights features.
Dulesini Jayathilaka
Co-founder & DeveloperBuilt the secure Authentication pipeline, User Profile management, and Role-based access control.
Yenulka De Silva
Co-founder & DeveloperEngineered the AI Itinerary Planner and optimized the core database architecture for seamless scaling.
Keerjanapirian Rasakumaran
Co-founder & DeveloperDeveloped the Cultural Events Calendar and implemented the interactive mapping and discovery features.
Yeran Srinayaka
Co-founder & DeveloperCreated the dynamic Booking System, Vendor Registration flow, and secure Checkout pipeline.
Matheesha Talagune
Co-founder & DeveloperDesigned and implemented the main Marketplace, Landing experience, and NLP Chatbot integration.
What people say
Real stories from travelers and vendors
"I found a cooking class in a family home outside Galle. The vendor answered my call within minutes. That's when I knew this was different."
"As a weaver, I was skeptical about online platforms. Ayubowan Connect treated my work with respect and brought me customers who actually care about the craft."
"The AI planner saved me days of research. It understood what I wanted and built an itinerary that felt like it was made just for me."
Ready to begin
Your journey starts now
Step into stories that matter. Support real people. Own something with soul.