Bentota
A Sri Lankan coastal city famous for golden beaches, Bentota
is situated on the southern coastal tip of the Galle District of the Southern Province
. The town is a popular tourist attraction. It is especially famous among the
foreign tourists. The name comes from a mythical story which dates back to
kings time saying a demon called Bem ruled this river ( tota = river bank.
Bentota hosts a handful of world proclaimed hotels. It is the hosting land for
the famous Sri Lankan Jeweler Aida. Bentota also delivers an ancient art of
healing called Ayurveda . Bentota is also famous for its production in Toddy.
An alcoholic beverage made out of cocunut nectar. The city's population is
estimated to be between 25,000-50,000.
Reference: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bentota
Beruwela
Beruwela, is a small resort town in the south western coastal
belt of Sri Lanka. The name Beruwela is derived from the Sinhalese word
Beruwela (the place where the sail is lowered). It marks the spot for the first
Muslim settlement on the island, established by Arab traders around the 8th
century AD. A large population of Sri Lankan Moors, many of them is gem
merchants, still live in the town-- particularly in the "China Fort".
Msjid-ul-Abrar , a landmark of Beruwela and Sri Lanka's oldest mosque, was
built by Arab traders on a rocky peninsula overlooking the town.
Bundala National Park
Located about fifteen kilometers east of Hambantota Bundala
National Park is one of Sri Lanka's foremost destinations for birdwatchers,
protecting an important area of coastal wetland famous for its abundant aquatic
(and other) birdlife. The park is also home to significant populations of
elephants, Marsh & estuarine crocodiles, turtles & other fauna,
including the leopard. Stretching along the coast east of Hambantota, Bundala
National Park is ideal for instant gratification: in a four hour jeep ride, we
can see elephants, 8ft crocs, giant squirrels & flamingoes. Afternoon
safaris in the dry season (December - May) provide visitors with the best
chance of seeing the wildlife.
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