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Apart from the breathtaking experience of the Beruwala beach and the vibrant local culture that has woven around the heavy number of tourists to the area, there are several attractions in the town of Beruwala that are not to be missed. The Beruwala lighthouse is one such attraction that doesn't go unnoticed, standing tall majestically over the turquoise blue Indian Ocean on Barberyn Island. A 10 minute boat ride gets tourists to this beautiful island, covered in a lush green carpet. The area has a peaceful feel to it, owing to the tranquil setting, the crashing waves and the calm island breeze. Most tourists prefer to take a glass bottom boat ride to the island, which allows them to feast their eyes on the exotic marine life that sits at the bottom of these inviting waters. This small island has a thick vegetation of coconut, mango and cashew trees. The landscape also boasts of exotic species of migratory birds and many birds that are native to the country and the island itself. Travellers to the area are often seen packing a picnic to this cosy little island for the day. Additionally it is also a great spot to spend a few solitary moments absorbing the island atmosphere or meditating. Built by the British in 1928, the lighthouse stands 110 feet tall and showcases its original condition to this very day. The garden that surrounds the lighthouse is beautifully laid out and reminds you of an old English tale. There are plenty of Sri Lanka hotels in the city of Beruwala that provide luxury accommodation for the perfect beach vacation. However if you are looking out for more than a mere beach vacation, the area is also a popular destination that provides the best of ayurveda Sri Lanka. Heritance Ayurveda Maha Gedara is an exotic hotel that especially caters to tourists looking out for an unforgettably relaxing experience. So head over to this part of Sri Lanka and experience the traditional essence of local hospitality, indulge in water sports of any kind and associate the architectural splendour from the island's colonial days. Pushpitha Wijesinghe is an experienced independent freelance writer. He specializes in providing a wide variety of content and articles related to the travel hospitality industry. Google+
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