Kalutara is a very beautiful and contrast city.
And despite the fact that he is small, it has something to see.
Kalutar is located on the River Kalu-Ganga - Black River. Beautiful view of Kalu-Ganga opens from a bridge, a length of 38 meters connecting the southern and western part of the province. And on the river itself, you can make an interesting excursion with a visit Islands of Helders.
Near the river is the famous three-level Buddhist temple Kalutar Vihara , perhaps, the main attraction of Kalutary. This is the only temple in the world, made in the form of a hollow of the Stupa. This stupa was built on the site of the old Buddhist temple, the walls are depicted on the walls. Daily near the temple you can see a large number of believers. Next to Kalutar Vihara sell flowers, which are advisable to buy before entering, in order to bring an offer.
The most interesting thing can be seen in February - on the days of the holiday of Navam Perahera. These days from the temple, they carry Reblevia, which belonged to the Buddha. This relic to the public endures an elephant decorated with numerous bells and precious stones. For tourists entrance to the temple is free.
Another interesting place in Kalutar, where it is necessary to visit - Castle Richmond..
On Tuk Tuka from the center of Kalutary to go for a month ten minutes. Previously, this two-story castle was the property of one rich landowner named Padikara-Mudaliyar Rajawasala Appuhamilage Don Arthur de Silva Wijesinghe Siriwardna.
Impressive interior design. The windows are decorated with Italian and Swiss glasses, which depict grape clusters. Wood, which was separated by the interior, brought from Burma.
From tick, ceilings, floors, windows and doors were made. The walk through the castle may take more than one hour: the vintage photos on the walls and sit.
Now in the castle Richmond is a training center for children of poor.
Surrounded by the castle, the beautiful garden with statues in Greek style, the river flows nearby. Without going into the castle itself, you can spend a lot of time, walking along the streets of the garden, and watching children playing.
You can visit the castle from 8.30 to 16.30.
In Kalutar, a very good market. And if you wanted to see all the flavor of Sri Lanka - go there. But follow the money and valuable objects. On the market you can find the most unusual fruits and vegetables, incomprehensible products. Along the main road there is a lot of cafes for the local, in which you can dine for the sowing penny, many places where there are not only selling fruit, but also make Freasha from what they only want - even from avocado with pepper.
If you are afraid to buy anything, you should just walk around the Kalutary market and on the main road to just see how you actually live on Sri Lanka.