Sri Lanka Tourism has issued a statement reassuring the world that the country is open for business and that it is safe.
It insisted all possible measures have been taken to ensure the safety and security of tourists following the terror attacks on Easter Sunday that killed 359 people and wounded more than 500.
It added: "Sri Lanka Tourism is deeply shocked and saddened by the senseless violence and unreservedly condemns these dastardly acts. We offer our deepest sympathies and condolences to all the victims and their families, while wishing a speedy recovery to all those injured and currently receiving treatment.
"There is no place for terrorism of any kind in Sri Lanka and whoever that is responsible for the Easter Sunday violence will be hunted down and punished in the strongest possible manner. Sri Lanka Tourism looks forward to warmly welcome all those who have planned trips to the country in the days, weeks and months."
Tourism officials said following the immediate aftermath of the explosions, Sri Lanka Tourism deployed trained emergency response teams and its representatives at hospitals, affected hotels and the airport to assist tourists.
This included arranging hotel transfers, airline bookings, airport transfers, itinerary changes, hospital treatment, contacting their loved ones, and reuniting missing family members through diplomatic channels.
A 24-hour emergency support desk has been established to assist tourists currently in Sri Lanka – 1912 – and to assist families of affected foreign nationals: +94 11 2322485.
