Your swimsuits should be the first items in the bag, but don’t miss out on the rest of the amazing experience. Instead, be informed and ready for more discoveries than you thought.

From the Ocean to the Freshwaters

Being a coastal city, Kalutara offers the ultimate beachside experience which includes jet skiing, snorkeling, swimming and diving. However, those who prefer the calm freshwater ripples are welcomed by the Kalutara Lagoon which offers plenty of wind and splashes for water sports enthusiasts before it pours in to the Indian Ocean next to the AVANI Kalutara Resort.

The Holy White Glow
No one misses offering tithe to the Kalutara Stupa, even if traveling by public transport. When riding by train, people flock towards the windows to proffer a handful of coins to the temple premises as the train speeds past many a Kalutara resort which lie along the coastline en route to the south of the country.

The Home of the Headman
Its location atop a small hill, the gurgling of the Kalu River and the mixture of eastern and western architectural patterns of the early twentieth century make the former village chief man’s residence an enchanting venue.

Mangosteen Madness

When the season for the purple magosteen is on, you will find vendors with little carts on either side of the road selling these delicious fruits.

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.

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