The idyllic town of Kalutara offers a fascinating South Coast adventure in Sri Lanka that lets you experience the very best of the region be it sun-drenched shores or rich cultural heritage.
Kalutara City
Kalutara gets its name from its own river, Kalu Ganga (Black River). The city, though somewhat small in size, came to be widely known especially with the arrival of the colonial masters in Ceylon. They probably saw tremendous signs of development in this region. And the rest is history when they settled in for far more attractions.
The 19th Century mansion
With many things to do in Kalutara, you will come across a rather striking site that would remind you perhaps of a historic building one may see in England. Named Richmond Castle, this two storied mansion has 99 doors and 34 windows and is set amidst a 42-acre estate.
Landowner
The castle belonged to a philanthropist by the name of Padikara Mudali Nanayakkara Rajawasala Appuhamilage Don Arthur de Silva Wijesinghe Siriwardena and this was once an official residence for British administrative officers.
Architectural genius
Base yourself in a hotel such as the Anantara Kalutara and organize a tour inside the site where you can enjoy the intricate interior design styles including carved pillars, an audience hall and a grand spiral staircase.
Catalina Forbes is a travel writer who bases her content on many thrilling escapades experienced across the world. Google+
