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things to do
Pahinyangala
Pahinyangala
Renowned for serving as the resting place for Pahiyan Bhikkhu, a Chinese Buddhist monk who visited Sri Lanka, Pahiyangala has a natural rock cave which is said to be the only one of its kind in Asia.
Experience the enchanting world of turtle watching near Blue Waters Hotel in Wadduwa, where the pristine coastline serves as a vital nesting ground for these magnificent creatures.
Visit the sacred Kalutara Temple, noted for its Gangatilake Stupa which carries the unique distinction of being the world’s only entirely hollow stupa.
Bearing a striking resemblance to Indian and British colonial period architectural structures, Richmond Castle can be found in Palatota. Currently open to the public, it dates back to 1896 and was initially a spice plantation mansion that belonged to a wealthy regional governor.