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Unawatuna beach, just south of Galle, is located on the southern
coast of Sri Lanka.
Serene Surroundings
The tranquil surroundings of Unawatuna offer tourists
a much-cherished escape to a peaceful beachside.
Unawatuna is immensely popular among tourists, mainly
because of its pristine beauty, marked by un spoilt natural
beach surroundings.
Apart from its scenic natural beauty several legends
are also associated with Unwatuna. One of these stories, in
Ramayana epic, says that Unawanuta was created from a piece
of earth from Himalaya that had fallen from Hanuman.
You can enjoy snorkeling and swimming.
Unawatuna is also becoming popular as a breeding ground
for turtles, as a bird watching location, and for exploring
coral reefs.
How to Reach
Unawatuna is just 150 km from BI Airport, Colombo.
Private and public transport, including air-conditioned
transport, is easily available.
You can hire a car, as there are many rent-a-car companies
in major towns. Many provide chauffeur driven vehicles too.
Tuk Tuks or three wheelers commonly called as trishaws are
in abundance all over the country and good for covering short
distances.
Luxurious Stay
A large number of guesthouses are present on and near the
beach. Unawatuna village also offers comfortable accommodation.
More luxurious places are located at a few minutes' drive
from the beach.
The beach sidebars and restaurants are in abundance, for
spending some quality time during evening.
Popular hotels here are Ocean beach club, the lighthouse
hotel, the lady hill hotel, New Oriental hotel, and Unawatuna
beach resort.
Leisure Time
You can enjoy world class shopping here. Popular
items available here are Gems, Finished Garments, Batiks,
Tea and Handicrafts, Handlooms fabric materials, leather products,
furniture, antiques, jewellery and ceramic
Enjoy delicious seafood and traditional cuisine of the
local area.
India Sri Lanka Tours offers information on Unawatuna Beach
and online booking for Beach tours. To book your tour or for
more information please fill the form given below.
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