Itinerary
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Stop At: Koggala, Koggala, Galle District, Southern Province
Koggala, nestled along Sri Lanka's southern coast, enchants with its pristine beaches, serene lagoon, and lush greenery. Home to the Koggala Lake and its famous Martin Wickramasinghe Folk Museum Complex, it offers a blend of cultural richness and natural beauty, making it a tranquil haven for travelers seeking solace.You start your tour from Koggala.
First, you will visit the Mr. Martin Wickramasinghe Ancestral Home and Folk Museum. Known as one of the most influential authors of his time, his work has been translated and sold across the world. His literary works have been considered masterpieces among Sri Lankan literature, and the museum and ancestral home pay homage to this great man. A private tour of the entire property will depict the story of the late Mr. Wickramasinghe
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Wewurukannala Buduraja Maha Viharaya, XMGX+MJX, Beliatta Rd, Dikwella 81200, Sri Lanka
This sacred Buddhist temple is located 1.5 km from Dikwella towards Beliatta. The main attraction of the temple is the 160-ft tall statue of seated Buddha. It is the largest statue in the whole of Sri Lanka and dates back to the late 18th Century. The temple has another section named the Tunnel of Hell. It features life-sized models of devils, demons, and sinners going through the torments and horrors of hell. The temple walls show you the path towards enlightenment by depicting hundreds of comic strip representations of events in the Buddha’s life.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Weherahena Buddhist Temple, Weherahena RD Weherahena, Matara 81000 Sri Lanka
The Weherahena Poorwarama Temple is situated in the Matara District of Sri Lanka, about 6 kilometers off the Matara town. This rather unique temple is known as the first tunnel temple in the world. The temple hosts a massive 130-ft Buddha image that was built following the Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa eras.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Unawatuna Beach, Unawatuna Sri Lanka
Upon completion of the tour of Mr. Martin Wickramasinghe's house and museum, proceed to Unawatuna (you will reach the location by 1630 – 1700 hrs). Your final segment will be at the Japanese Peace Pagoda. It is a beautiful shrine with an amazing view of the ocean. It can be spotted from the Unawatuna beach and from Rumassala Hill. This area is known as the Jungle Beach because of its natural beauty; a secluded coastal line emerging from the forest lands that surround it. The Japanese Peace Pagoda was built by the Nipponzan-Myōhōji order. It is a monument designed to inspire peace among all races and creeds.
Duration: 1 hour