The Richmond Castle of Kalutara
Towards the southwestern coast of Sri Lanka, in Kalutara is an amazing piece of architecture that you ought to see. Yes, it is a magnificent castle that was built in colonial times, with an amalgamation of Asian and western cultures.
The structure
Richmond Castle is a wonderful building with 2 storeys. Amazingly, inside the palace are 99 doors and 34 windows with beautiful glass paintings. Records state that the teak used to build the castle were imported from Burma.
Architecture and inspiration
Quite similar to an English mansion, this castle too has a grand dance hall with a stage. The interiors are full of delicate carvings and the timbre is said to be as fresh as the day it was built.
The gardens
The Mudaliyar who owned the place loved nature and therefore, the garden was once full of colourful flowers. There are many marble statues as well decorating the premises.
The palace today
Today the castle is an educational centre for the underprivileged kids in the area. But you can still visit and marvel at the surroundings. The attraction is just a short drive away from popular hotels in Kalutara the likes of Turyaa Kalutara Hotel.
