Experience Bentota

South of the capital Colombo, Bentota is one of Sri Lanka’s oldest and most popular beach destinations. Although just off Galle Road, this fine stretch of golden sand is backed by the Bentota River, giving it a secluded and very private atmosphere. Bentota offers a wide range of accommodations, from run-of-the-mill package resorts, to bespoke boutique-style properties and independent guest houses ideally suited for the budget traveler. Offering the perfect setting for natural therapy, many properties here specialize in Ayurvedic retreats.

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Lunuganga Bawa Home

Lunuganga

Estate of Geoffrey Bawa at Lunuganga is now open to the public as a showcase to his grand vision and spectacular work as an artist and a lover of beauty.
Beruwala Barberyn Island Lighthouse

Barberyn Island Lighthouse

Barberyn Island lighthouse, also called the Beruwala Lighthouse, is a massive monument about 112FT in height and was built in 1889.
Hikkaduwa Coral Reef

Hikkaduwa Coral Reef

The Hikkaduwa Coral Reef consists of a network of fringing reefs around the southern area of the island, specifically near Hikkaduwa beach.
Masks on Display Ariyapala Masks Museum

Ariyapala Masks Museum

Sri Lanka's south coast has long been the bastion of traditional healing rituals and folk drama, the Ariyapala Masks Museum preserves this rich heritage.
Brief Garden

Brief Garden

Brief Garden in the Bentota area is the brainchild of the famed Bevis Bawa. Bevis was the brother of architect Geoffrey Bawa, and as an artist in his own right, he created his own little world here.

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