Nestled along Sri Lanka’s famed coastline, the city of Kalutara offers the perfect place to get away from it all, soak up the sun and enjoy outdoor adventures too.
The Idyllic Beach
Golden sands bordered by the sparkling waters of the Indian Ocean await those heading to the beach, ideal for sunbathing and swimming (make sure the waters aren’t rough though). Properties along the shore including the likes of Mermaid Hotel & Club are perfect for spending your days at the beach and for enjoying dinging by the ocean too.
Kalutara Chaitya & Bodhiya
Located at the entrance of the city, the towering Kalutara Chaitya is a hollow Buddhist stupa and inside one will find painted murals showcasing scenes from the life of Lord Buddha. Well worth visiting from nearby beach hotels in Sri Lanka, this attraction is close to the Kalutara Bodhiya, a historic and sacred tree for Buddhists.
Richmond Castle
A quite fascinating structure, Richmond Castle is in fact, a grand mansion built in the1900s. Inspired by the designs of an Indian Maharaja’s house, this distinctive building was mostly constructed from imported materials and features traditional design elements and a lovely garden area.
Thudugala Waterfall
A natural attraction worth visiting, the Thudugala Waterfall can be found between a jungle and a rubber estate and is quite a hidden gem to discover off the beaten path. The cascading waterfall set amidst tropical greenery offers the ideal backdrop to just take time to appreciate nature’s beauty.
Intrigued by history, art and food, Lavinia Woolf is a writer who is passionate about the extraordinary and writes of the exhilarating and enchanting. Google+
