Dodanduwa

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Dodanduwa is located approximately 120 km south of Colombo in the Galle district. The town can be accessed via the Colombo-Galle-Matara (A2) coastal highway, which runs parallel to the scenic southern coastline. While Dodanduwa is not connected by a railway station of its own, it is in close proximity to the Hikkaduwa railway station, making it an easily accessible destination in the Southern Province.

The peaceful town is beautifully set along the banks of the Dodanduwa Lagoon, where calm waters reflect the lush greenery surrounding it. The lagoon is home to diverse flora and fauna, including mangroves, migratory birds, and various species of freshwater fish. The serene environment of the lagoon makes it a favored spot for boat rides and nature excursions. Additionally, the town is well known for its centuries-old Shailabimbaramaya Temple, which houses an impressive collection of Buddhist murals and statues.

Most of the hotels and guesthouses in Dodanduwa are located near the lagoon or along the coastline, offering tranquil stays with scenic views of the water. Visitors can also find accommodation options in the nearby tourist hotspot of Hikkaduwa, which is just a short drive away.

Surrounding attractions: Due to its proximity to Hikkaduwa, Dodanduwa serves as a quieter alternative for visitors exploring the area. Nearby attractions include the Hikkaduwa Coral Sanctuary, Seenigama Devalaya, Moonstone Mines in Meetiyagoda, and the historic Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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About Galle District

Galle is a city situated on the southwestern tip of Sri Lanka, 119 km from Colombo.Galle is the best example of a fortified city built by Europeans in south and Southeast Asia, showing the interaction between European architectural styles and south Asian traditions. The Galle fort is a world heritage site and the largest remaining fortress in Asia built by European occupiers.

Galle is a sizeable town, by Sri Lankan standards, and has a population of 91,000, the majority of whom are of Sinhalese ethnicity. There is also a large Sri Lankan Moor minority, particularly in the fort area, which descend from Arab merchants that settled in the ancient port of Galle.

About Southern Province

The Southern Province of Sri Lanka is a small geographic area consisting of the districts of Galle, Matara and Hambantota. Subsistence farming and fishing is the main source of income for the vast majority of the people of this region.

Important landmarks of the Southern Province include the wildlife sanctuaries of the Yala and Udawalawe National Parks, the holy city of Kataragama, and the ancient cities of Tissamaharama, Kirinda and Galle. (Although Galle is an ancient city, almost nothing survives from before the Portuguese invasion.) During the Portuguese period there were two famous Sinhalese poets called Andare who was from Dickwella and Gajaman Nona who was from Denipitiya in Matara District, composing poems on common man.

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