Among the many beach holiday destinations in Sri Lanka, Wadduwa stands out as a relaxed, laid back and convenient location to enjoy a holiday. If you are staying at The Blue Water Wadduwa, or any other beach hotel in the area, there are plenty of great attractions in Wadduwa that are definitely worth exploring.
Wadduwa is a living breathing fishing village. Walking out into the beach at dawn will allow you to see the fishermen bringing in their daily catch. One of the most popular attractions close to Wadduwa is the famous Kalutara Temple, home of the Gangatilake Stupa. This is a distinctive stupa as it is the only hollow stupa in the world. This temple is one of the most important religious sites in the island. Another easily accessible attraction from Wadduwa is the Richmond Castle. The beautiful castle, located in Palatota features a blend of colonial and Indian architecture. The castle, which dates back to 1896, is now open to the public and a highly popular attraction. For those who love architecture and landscaping, the Brief Gardens, belonged to Bevis Bawa, is definitely worth a visit. This is a beautiful landscape created by Bawa and various other artists. This is actually a garden with gorgeous views and beautiful works of art scattered across. If you have a love for archaeology, the Pahiyangala natural rock cave is a great place to visit from Wadduwa. The cave was the resting place for a Chinese Buddhist monk who visited the island. This is a natural formation and considered to be the only of its kind in Asia. The site also has a lovely temple.
Of course, if you wish to shop, dine at innovative restaurants and enjoy the nightlife, Colombo is just a short drive away.
Fritzjames Stephen is a travel writer, who writes content based on the myriad of experiences and indulgences that the world has to offer travellers across all walks of life.
