Southern Province

Sri Lanka

A sunset over the ocean with waves and rocks.
A beach with palm trees and a clear blue sky.
A cricket pitch with stumps in the center, surrounded by a grassy field with a stone wall and a clock tower in the background.
A beach with clear turquoise water, a sandy shore, and a distant island.
A cricket stadium with a green field, a large scoreboard, and a building labeled "SINGER GALLER CRICKET CLUB".

Popular cities in Southern Province

Galle
Known for Yoga, Sailing and Libraries
This charming seaside town in southern Sri Lanka welcomes visitors with its colonial old town, pristine beaches and world class diving.

Reasons to visit

  • Galle Fort
  • Galle Lighthouse
  • Galle International Cricket Stadium
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Unawatuna
Known for Beaches, Swimming and Jungles
Explore Unawatuna: its jungle, beaches, snorkeling, and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Jungle Beach
  • Dalawella Beach
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Mirissa
Known for Whale watching, Swimming and Surfing
The palm-fringed beach, gentle waves, magnificent sunsets and fresh seafood at this coastal town evoke images of a tropical paradise.

Reasons to visit

  • Secret Beach
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Bentota
Check out the local area in Bentota—home to attractions like Bentota Beach and Prince Lanka Ayurvrda.

Reasons to visit

  • Bentota Beach
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Weligama
Known for Beaches, Surfing and Swimming
Relax on the sandy beach and experience the laid-back charm of this fishing town, which is a good base for touring Sri Lanka’s glorious southern coastline.
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Ahangama
Known for Dining, Beaches and Friendly people
Come to relaxing Ahangama and enjoy its oceanfront, beaches, and food.
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Stay near popular Southern Province attractions

A coastal town with a prominent white church, a lighthouse, and a rocky shoreline.
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Galle Fort

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Find out about the history of Fort Galle with a stop at Galle Fort. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
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