The largest suburb of Colombo, Dehiwala lies in the south of Colombo city center. Dehiwala and a beach resort make this popular as Dehiwala Mount Lavinia. On the Galle road artery is where Dehiwala and Mount Lavinialie, the road runs along the coast to the south of the country. Dehiwala has seen a lot of urbanization in the recent years. The real estate prices here was extremely competitive that in a short span Dehiwala saw rise of hyper markets, department stores, apartment complexes so on and so forth. As a matter of fact Dehiwala has residential houses around the wildlife surrounding the Attidiya Lake.
Dehiwala zoological garden Sri Lanka has certainly become a place of prime tourist attraction. It caters to both business travelers and leisure travelers who find its proximity to Colombo and the beach as an advantage. With advancement there have also been massive traffic congestions as the roads remain narrow. But it is matter of time over head roads and sky train will make way in Dehiwala to sort out the emerging problem of traffic jam.
Places of attraction
- For that exciting beach experience head straight to the beach waters of Mount Lavinia beach. The shallow waters make it perfect for a long walk or swim in the sea water. Being a popular beach the shores are perfect to laze off and enjoy a good sunbath, sip a drink or read a book
- Mount Hotel Lavinia is a landmark hotel that was once the house of Governor Sir Thomas Maitland. His love for a charming gypsy girl that remained a secret for as long as he lived here makes Hotel Lavinia a favorite place to stay in, for travelers and tourists. The governors home which he name Mount Lavinia house and the monument of lady Lavinia as the young gypsy girl later came to be called stand well preserved and till date serve several deserving travelers a place filled with comfort and conveniences par excellence.
Clearly the beach area is not short of water sports. You can try your hands on some of these water sports for some excitement and splash.
- Diving is highly recommended here
- For first timers guided divers of Colombo will be of assistance
- Enjoy a chance to ski and surf
- The Wetland park of Talangama is an oasis perfect for you to spend a silent noon. For a nature enthusiast it is a haven of bird species, butterflies and mammals. Capture some breathe-taking pictures of the scenery and picturesque surrounding.
- Dehiwala has seen rampant development hence the rising economy of the region has led to rise in the number of shopping centers making it exciting for you. Head out to these shops to pick up some mementoes or head Far East to buy some precious Gem stones for you.