A bit about Sri Lankan Beaches
Tucked away in the Indian Ocean amidst deep blue seas is an island never forgotten; Sri Lanka. The country, famously referred to as the ‘Pearl of the Indian Ocean’ is amongst a few other Asian countries that offer guests priceless experiences. The beaches are splendid for surfing and other water sports and act as an exotic escape for travellers around the world.
Among the many coastlines of the country, the South Coast is perhaps considered the one with more charming pleasures thanks to its abundance of colonial architecture and wildlife parks. The West Coast, on the other hand, offers more developed avenues for fun and enjoyment.
South Coast and its delights
Home to many boutique hotels in Sri Lanka that offer unique experiences like Mosvold Hotels, the South Coast of the country has developed into a more desired destination. Apart from its rival in the West, the South Coast’s cities offer a combination of both calm and excitement. The South Coast hosts one of the country’s main cities; Galle. Galle is perhaps the most captivating in the whole of the South Coast because of its ancient fort that today offers guests plenty of historical sites as well as boutiques and restaurants to explore.
Other interesting points of interest include Yala National Park, Mulkirigala and Mirissa.
Things do to on the South Coast
The beaches are full of life and offer a heap of activities. The Mirissa beach, in particular, is enchanting and attracts a large number of travellers each year. The shores of Mirissa offer something more spectacular to visitors; whale and dolphin sightings. Incidentally, the town has received fame as the ‘whale watching capital’ of the country. The whale-watching season sees many tourists flock to the beach with the intention to get a better glimpse of dolphin varieties that frequent these waters.
Kataragama is yet another attraction being one of the most sacred sites in the country. The city is frequented by a large number of Buddhist and Hindu devotees alike. On the banks of the Menik Ganga stands the temple complex of Kataragama which pays homage to the god ‘Kataragama’. The Kataragama shrine is venerated day and night by devotees who carry-out pujas and present offerings to the Kataragama God.
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. Google+
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