Joanna James
Bentota, on the southwest coast of Sri Lanka, is one of the most charming beach towns in the Indian Ocean island nation that is ringed by nothing but picture-postcard beaches. Those heading to Bentota are greeted by a host of fun-filled things to do.
Yes, the wonderful town of Bentota has so much more to offer than its beaches, but your seaside getaway wouldn't be right without savouring those pristine white sands and turquoise blue waters first. So, answer the calling of the breathtaking seas and indulge in the invitation to lose yourself in its incredibly idyllic beachside ambience. Unwind on the palm-fringed shores, sip on tropical cocktails while gazing into the azure horizon, wallowing in some much-awaited immersive beach basking.
The palm-fringed shores of Bentota are not only about relaxing and immersive contemplation. Awaiting you on those pristine white sands are a plethora of water sports that are sure to give your fill of fun and thrills. Craving something that unleashes the daredevil in you? Jet skiing and parasailing will not leave you disappointed! Curious to explore what the world underwater has to offer? Snorkelling and scuba diving are all about it. Looking for something for the entire family to enjoy? You have banana boating and sea kayaking. No matter what defines your slice of bliss, these welcoming yet thrilling waters never fail to deliver.
Sate your appetite for sun, sand, and sea and make your way to the Kande Vihara Temple. The Buddhist temple is best known for its giant, majestic cross-legged Buddha — one of the tallest sitting Buddha statues not just in Sri Lanka but in the whole wide world. The striking temple is aptly named, as Kande Vihara is Sinhalese for hilltop temple. It is one of the most sacred religious sites in the Indian Ocean island nation and has so much more to offer besides the admiration of the majestic Buddha to make your blissful getaway even more delightful.
While Bentota has a plethora of exciting and fun-filled activities to offer, getting a taste of authentic Sri Lankan cuisine is undoubtedly an unmissable experience. Indulge yourself in an assortment of delectable traditional dishes and savour the breathtaking blend of local flavours — a delight that is just as pleasing as the town's gorgeous beaches.
After a day of revelling in the glories of Bentota, make your way to Kosgoda Sea Turtle Conservation Centre, where hundreds of sea turtles take refuge. Get up close and personal with the lovely shelly creatures like never before and retreat to one of the finest hotels in Bentota the likes of Avani Bentota Resort, and call it a day.
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