Balapitiya is located about a two-hour drive from the capital of Colombo. It's the closest town to the notorious Madu Dam. If you're looking for a peaceful and relaxing beach holiday away from the most popular and packed resorts of Bentota and Hikkaduwa, Balapitiya is the place to be. The town has many old mansions and villas that are now converted into attractive luxury villas and hotels, making it easy to find suitable accommodation. Surfing and snorkeling services are available and deep-sea fishing trips can be enjoyed.
One of the biggest draws is the Safari River Madu. The Madu River, which passes through Balapitiya, boasts of having several small islands, most of which are uninhabited and covered with mangroves. With its wide range of flora and fauna, it is quickly becoming a popular spot for ECO tourists and bird watchers alike. The Balapitiya Purana Viharaya is a fascinating place to visit in the city. Its European style of architecture makes it very uncommon to be the main temple in a steadfastly Buddhist coastal city.
Sri Lanka’s west coastline will surely excite you. It is a long-standing tourist region with beautiful sandy beaches that stretch from Wadduwa to Hikkaduwa. South of Colombo’s chaos is a world that oscillates between the dancing devils of traditional Sri Lankan culture in Ambalangoda and the golden sands of Bentota.
Sri Lanka's sandy beaches, splendid tropical climate, and delicious cuisine are only some of the many reasons you should visit this Asian country. The other name of the country is “pearl of the Indian ocean” and yes we can say that Sri Lanka is surely one of the most beautiful pearls. If you want to learn more about the history of the place, its local culture, practice some watersport, and view the wildlife, Sri Lanka is an ideal destination that you will never forget!
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