wadduwa beach, sri lanka
                                             Golden sand beaches of Wadduwa

Take an hour long comfortable train ride to Wadduwa from Colombo, which will give you the ‘heading out of the bustling city’ feeling. Try some ginger tea (its milk with the right kick of ginger) if you get there early from a shop or commonly known as “petti kade” nearby; it will awaken your senses early morning.

Visitors are attracted to its golden sandy beaches, hidden between lush palm plantations which provide welcome shade and complete picture of a veritable paradise on earth. The untouched and exotic feel given by the presence of palm trees is almost perfect for someone looking to get away from it all.

There are a plethora of exciting things to do in Wadduwa; taking a sightseeing tour is the ideal way to delve into the island’s rich cultural heritage. You can even take a long walk on the most beautiful beach in the region as its safe during the day. To get a great view of the coastline you could hop on to the train from Wadduwa, ensure to grab your camera as it gives you plenty of photo opportunities. Base yourself in a hotel nearby such as The Blue Water Wadduwa that gives easy access to a variety of attractions here. It’s not just about sunbathing here, the endless wind and waves create the perfect environment for fun water sports excursions like windsurfing or you could perch yourself in the shade, catch up on your sleep or read a book. Every type of leisure traveler from adventure seekers to nature lovers bound to find an array of activities here in Wadduwa as it promises for an unforgettable holiday.

Caleb Falcon is a travel writer who specializes in writing content based on the many exciting world adventures that await intrepid travellers.

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