Article by Shani Silva
The island of Sri Lanka, also known as ‘The Pearl of the Indian Ocean’, is one of the top tourist destinations to visit in 2012. Boasting amazing beaches, diverse landscapes, interesting flora and fauna, a rich and colourful history and many more wonders, visitors to this island will be pleasantly surprised with all the treasures and wonderful experiences in store for them. Beach holidays in the tropical island of Sri Lanka are extremely popular with over a thousand miles of golden beaches fringed with coconut palms. Some of the best hotels in Sri Lanka are located along the sea coast; here are some of the best places to visit if you are contemplating a beach holiday in Sri Lanka.
Tangalle: This lovely coastal town is located in the southern district of Hambantota, which is a region in Sri Lanka that is currently undergoing major development – with a new sea port, international airport and international cricket stadium. Tangalle has a beautiful and natural sea bay and fishing harbour offering excellent sea food. Tangalle is well known for its coral reefs and has several beach hotels. Amanwella is a seaside resort situated close to Tangalle that offers 30 contemporary suites, each with a private terrace and plunge pool. Amanwella is the ultimate beach hotel in Sri Lanka, inspired by the architectural designs of Geoffrey Bawa.
Bentota: Well known for water sports such as wind surfing and water skiing, Bentota is the prime beach resort of the south western and southern coastal belts of Sri Lanka. During November to April, Bentota has calm seas, which makes this area ideal for snorkelling, diving, sailing and deep sea fishing. The accommodation options at Bentota range from 5 star luxury to midrange and budget. The Villa Bentota is an excellent place to stay, with 15 individual guestrooms lavishly decorated to provide the ultimate experience in comfort and tranquillity.
Koggala: This seaside town is located close to Galle, which is well known for its Dutch fortifications built in the 17th century which still stands to this day. A wonderful hotel to stay at in this area is The Fortress, which is a five star luxury hotel known for its contemporary chic flair. This hotel offers spa facilities with a choice of Ayurvedic, homeopathic or international therapies, a business centre and excellent cuisine options. This hotel is designed based on the iconic fort structure of nearby Galle.
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