Mount Lavinia beach is a beloved haunt for those who seek a mellow Saturday night outing or a fabulous beach party to end a busy week. Located just 12 kilometers from Colombo, Mount Lavinia is a treasure trove of good times waiting to be discovered. Rife with colourful tales from the past such as the legendary forbidden love between colonial Governor Sir Thomas Maitland and Lady Lavinia, a local dancing girl, Mount Lavinia’s story is just as fascinating as its current way of life. The mount beach is a place for fun, frolic and relaxation which comes on the top of the list of must have experiences when in Colombo. Things to do here are never in short supply and the many cabanas, restaurants and star class hotels such as the Mount Lavinia Hotel offer a choice of local and international flavours to the seashell seekers and the party goers alike. This leisurely suburb also offers a mouth watering variety of seafood dishes that one would be foolish to ignore.
If you are inclined to take a dip in the turquoise depths of the Indian Ocean, you can easily find a bathing hut along the beach. During the day you can enjoy windsurfing, beach volleyball or even a game of beach rugby. Whenever you are thirsty, quench your craving with a refreshing draw from a fresh coconut sold by one of the many vendors or try a slice of juicy pineapple. If you like local handicrafts, there are sellers who will present you with a lapful of beads, seashell animals, colourful scarves and quaint masks.
At dusk, Mount Lavinia slowly comes out of its cosy shell to dress up for the eclectic nightlife filled with music, gourmet food, fabulous drinks, entertaining conversations and dancing.
Caleb Falcon is a travel writer who specializes in writing content based on the many exciting world adventures that await intrepid travellers. Google+
