Bentota is what one would call, a beach lover's paradise. Base yourself at a luxury hotel Sri Lanka has to offer in this area and discover the many wonders that lie in wait.
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Turtle hatchery
Located in Koggala, this unique turtle hatchery is a delightful place to be. Dedicated to the preservation of the sea turtles, if you are interested in releasing a freshly hatched three-day old turtle into the ocean, this is the ideal place to be.
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Bentota beach
A sparkling stretch of golden sand lapped at by clear frothy waters tinged with a hint of turquoise blue, many an hour can be spent lazing about in the sun. Saman Villas Bentota is a hotel that is located on the coast giving its guests access to this gorgeous strip.
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Brief Garden
Developped by Bevis Bawa, the Brief Gardens is a beautifully landscaped garden that was developed over a period of 15 years. With a wide array of tropical trees, plants and sculptures, this is the ideal space for exploration if you are a nature lover.
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Galapata Viharaya
Believed to have been built by King Parakramabahu the Great, the Galapata Viharaya is a beautiful 12th century temple that also features a maze of underground tunnels that connect to the other temples of the area.
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Lunuganga
This is the beautifully landscaped country home of the famed Sri Lankan architect, Geoffrey Bawa, brother to the famous artist, Bevis Bawa. Featuring a collection of rare flora and fauna, the gardens are open to visitors between 9 am to 5 pm.