Experience Sri Lanka’s glorious coastal line in Bentota, famed as a resort town on the southwest coast of the country, attracting tourists who travel in search of a dose of paradise. Here’s what a day in Bentota has in store for you.
Going on a River Cruise
A vacation on the southwest coastal line in Sri Lanka should not be limited to relaxing in 5-star hotels in Bentota. Tourists can set off on a thrilling river cruise in the Bentota River, the third largest river in the country, from their lodging, which is easily reachable from hotels like Cinnamon Bentota Beach. While full-day and short river cruises are available for tourists, if you plan to explore the marvels of the rest of the town, it is advisable to choose the latter.
Visiting a Turtle Hatchery
The Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery has garnered a reputation as a famous turtle conservation that shelters eggs of these endangered species for the future. The Kosgoda Beach is home to 18 total hatcheries, where about 400 turtles lay their eggs. These eggs that are covered in the sand are usually incubated under the heat of the sun.
Exploring the Dutch Fort
Travel 50 kilometres to the south of Bentota and you will reach the Dutch Fort in Galle. This historically significant sight is adorned in colonial detail and stretches over 87 acres in total. This cultural hot spot is also popular for hosting various cultural celebrations in Sri Lanka due to its prominent location and oceanfront view.
An Educational Pilgrimage
Find yourself among Sri Lanka’s historical and religious surroundings in Kande Vihara. The site, which had been formally announced as an archaeological site in the country is nestled on a hill in the Aluthgama area. Pilgrims and devotees often flock to Kande Vihara in numbers to pray, pay respects and even learn about the history of the temple.
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