Discover the enchanting southern coast of Sri Lanka, from the historic Galle Fort to the sun-kissed beaches of Unawatuna and Mirissa. This route offers a perfect blend of colonial charm, vibrant surf culture in Weligama, and the bustling energy of Colombo.
Galle Fort
Galle Fort is a historic fort originally built by the Portuguese in 1588 and extensively fortified by the Dutch in the 17th and 18th centuries. It features beautiful historic buildings, including a mosque that resembles a church and the oldest library in Sri Lanka.
Unawatuna
Unawatuna Beach is a popular beach known for diving tours. The beach gets deep very quickly upon entering the water.
Mirissa
Mirissa Beach is known for its bars and is a location for turtle releases at sunset.
Columbo
Colombo is mentioned as the first place the video creator's parents visited in Sri Lanka.
Welligama
Welligama is mentioned as the location where the video creators are staying and close to a tea plantation.