Kalutara is a large town in Kalutara district. This town is also the third largest urban areas in the western province of Kalutara. This town is a beautiful and a scenic resort town, where guests can enjoy many local sites which are places of interest for many tourists.There are lots of resorts and hotels that caters to a variety of guests.
The AVANI Kalutara Resort is one of the most luxurious Kalutara Resorts, in Kalutara. This beautiful, unique resort offers the best of the comforts and the luxury that any guest can hope for. They offer impeccable service. The resort is also situated, right opposite the beautiful ocean, so that guests can enjoy paranomic views of the ocean and the lush gardens surrounding the hotel.
The Brief Garden is a very interesting place for the tourists, especially since it has been designed by the very famous Geoffery Bawa, who is a very well-known architect in Sri Lanka. This location has been developed over more than 15 years.
The garden is laid out on 5 acres of land and it is mainly noted for its beautifully landscaped gardens. There is also a wide variety of plants and sculptures. The Kande Viharaya is a very well-known place of worship and many pilgrims visit this ancient temple. For those who love sports, the Club Inter Sport is an ideal place that is operated by a Switzerland Company.
There are many sports facilities that are offered including tennis, squash, archery and wind surfing. Tourists can also visit the Dutch Fort, which is declared as a World Heritage Site.
There are many interesting sites within the ramparts of the fort, including the original gateway traditional Dutch buildings and the light house. There is also the Fish Market, where the previous catch of the night is auctioned off to the retail sellers. The Turtle Conservation project will give a chance to watch turtles in their natural habitat
Thanuja Silva is a travel writer who writes under the pen name Auburn Silver. She has a passion for fashion and a deep interest in admiring new and exotic attractions around the world.
