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Dalawella Beach

When in Unawatuna, make it a point to visit the famous Dalawella beach. If you are looking for a quieter escape from the main beach, head out to the Dalawella beach. The beach is the ideal location to spend some quiet and quality time with your family or loved ones, while you relax, sunbathe and swim under the beautiful blue sky. The beach is famous for its mesmerizing scenic view and natural seawater swimming pools where you can enjoy a quiet swim taking in the beauty of the ocean. The beach is the ideal location for a bath or to relax by sipping some refreshing drinks by the beach. The beach stretches for some, and it becomes quieter as you gradually move up the beach. Also, be sure to check out the Dalawella Beach swing for an experience you will always remember. Read More

The Peace Pagoda is on the hillside of the Galle Fort and is a beautiful and peaceful place to visit. The Mahayana sect built the Peace Pagoda as an initiative to establish peace in the Sri Lankan conflict zone. The Pagoda is a spectacle to witness, especially when you view it from the side of Unawatuna, which makes it look like it has grown out of the jungle. The design of the Peace Pagoda is such that it acts as a focal point for peace for all creeds and races and helps them to unite and come together to promote world peace. A stupa is a place for you to get in touch with your spiritual self while you sit calmly and meditate. There is also a staircase around the stupa which you can go around. The magnificent stupa has four statues of Gautama Buddha, which indicate his birth, his enlightenment and the attainment of Parinibbana (salvation). From this place, you can also enjoy the breathtaking view of the sea and the city. So, head out the peace pagoda for a calming and spiritual experience. Read More

One of the lesser unknown treasures of Unawatuna is Jungle Beach. Located between Unawatuna and Galle, right next to the jungle is the beautiful and calm emerald green waters of this beach. The beach is not as easy to visit as compared to the other beaches of the city, but you can access it either by walking on foot and making a trekking trip out of it or even take a boat ride which will become a whole new experience for you. There are sunbeds available for you to sit back, and chill by the beach while sipping on your exotic drink. The beach also offers a host of fun activities for you to enjoy like swimming, snorkelling. You can also visit the nearby beach resort to indulge in some luxury with top-notch food and service for the complete experience. A Short Walk Through This Path to Reach the Beach Read More

Sri Lanka is home to many different beaches and is a paradise for all the beach lovers. Located in the Galle district is the unexplored and pristine Koggala beach. Kogalla beach takes the credit for being the longest beach in Sri Lanka, for visitors to indulge in the perfect holiday of sand, surf and sun. The Koggala beach has a perfect location which is away from the crowd and the noise of the main areas and beaches, but yet makes it easily connected to them. You can easily explore the different places like Galle town, or Hikkaduwa or Bentota to enjoy the attractions and then return to your peaceful resort or hotel. For the best experience, choose a hotel or resort which is close to the beach and wake up to the sound of the ocean and the breathtaking views of the long beach. Further, there is also a newly constructed highway which connects Koggala to the airport, making it easy to commute and also relax after your trip before you take the flight back home.So soak in the beauty of the beach, relaxing on the golden sand with a coconut in your hand or just taking a swim in the ocean. There are also many shops located nearby the beach to fulfil your daily necessities, and you can even enjoy some authentic local food near the beach. Read More

Mihiripenna beach is one of the famous beaches on the south coast at Unawatuna. The beach is perfect if you are on the lookout to spend some quiet and leisure time with your family, away from the buzz of the beach activities. The beach is secluded, and one can spend hours just staring into the beauty of the waves while sitting calmly on the soft golden sand. Mihiripenna beach also has a natural pool which is perfect for children as well as adults who are looking for some adventure. Get mesmerized by the coral reefs when you go snorkelling in the pool. Another exciting aspect of the beach is that you may also spot some stilt fishermen during the evening who uniquely catch fish. The lush green palm trees, scenic beauty and high waves will keep you lost in the beauty of the beach, and you will leave wanting more. Read More

Nestled along the Rumassala Hill in Unawatuna, Rumassala South Beach is also renowned as the Jungle Beach. It is located very close to Galle-Matara's main road. This semi-hidden cove encompassed by lush jungle boasts a stunning coral reef that is situated just a few kilometres from the shore. And because of this, Rumassala South Beach acts as a Hubspot for snorkelling, swimming and sunbathing. There is also a small hilltop pagoda amid the jungle. Although the beach isn't as big as the main beach in Unawatuna, Rumassala South Beach is usually crowded with locals and tourists. This archaeological site also features plenty of shacks and restaurants on the beach that serve tasty food and good drinks. Read More

The Sea Turtle Hatchery is situated in Habaraduwa, and was established in the year 1986, has successfully rescued and taken care of more than 1,000,000 sea turtles. If you are someone who loves everything about nature, make it a point to visit the Sea turtle hatchery which takes tremendous efforts to nurture the sea turtles in a safe environment before releasing them into the sea. Sri Lanka is a place which is favourable for sea turtles, where many sea turtles lay their eggs on the sandy beach and later go back to the water Many sea turtles are in harm's way due to the activities of man, and this conservation centre has taken it upon them to conserve as many sea turtles as possible. The Sea turtle hatchery acts as a day-care centre to nurture the baby sea turtles before releasing them into the sea and also takes care of the injured sea turtles, nursing them back to normalcy. Read More

Talpe, Unawatuna

Talpe is a small little town which is located at a short drive from the main beach at Unawatuna. If you want to get away from the hustle of daily life and are searching for some peace, head out to this small village. Immerse yourself in an experience like never before by dipping your feet in the cold water, taking a stroll through the beach or just grabbing something delicious at the cute cafes. One of the main attractions of Talpe is swimming and surfing at the beach. With the coral reef being one of the main reasons why many tourists flock to this place. This small coral reef forms a small swimming pool and is perfect if you are looking for a beach getaway. The beautiful Koggala river enhances the beauty of this place and the surrounding cinnamon estate, which is easily accessible on foot or by tuk-tuk. It is also easy to get in and around the city by walking or by renting a cycle. Read More

Unawatuna is one of the most popular attractions in Sri Lanka, which draws both tourists as well as the locals to its everlasting beauty. This banana shaped beach, with its golden sand, sparkling water, and lush palm trees is the perfect place to relax and spend some quality time with your family. There are sunbeds available for you to sit back relax and enjoy your day with a drink. The beach brings the local culture to life and is a great place to take a dip into the ocean to relax after a hot summer day. Thus, you will find many Sri Lankan families visiting the beach for a cooling afternoon swim. The beach is also lively with many hip and trendy restaurants, and small kiosks to purchase many different products and tasty food items. You can also visit the famous Japanese Peace Pagoda Statue while taking a stroll on the west side of the beautiful beach. So, head out to the famous Unawatuna beach, soak in the beauty and relax by sipping on your cold and refreshing cocktail. Read More

Rocky formations underwater along with black corals, shipwrecks and a variety of tropical fish species make Unawatuna a paradise for divers and snorkellers. Sites near the beach are ideal for beginners. At the same time, the more experienced can explore the underwater rock formations and the wreckage of the 100-year-old steamer “Rangoon” and experience the range of marine life this location has to offer.