Beruwala
Powdery sands, towering palm and heavenly coral reefed bay – Beruwala is nothing short of beach holiday bliss. ’ If Sri Lanka has one all out beach resort, Beruwala it’s a plum spot for serious beach lovers thanks to its dazzling combination of sun, sea and sand. The name Beruwala is derived from the Sinhalese word for the place where the sail is lowered. It marks the spot for the first Muslim settlement on the island, established by Arabian traders around 8th century AD.
Beruwala is home to the oldest mosque in the island, the kechimalai mosque is built on the spot where the Muslim traders from the Middle East landed. The best time to visit this historic structure would be during the annual celebration marking the end of the month of Ramadan .it is a joyous occasion and visitors to the kechimalai mosque will also enjoy the gorgeous vistas of the ocean and the surrounding areas that one can get from a top the headland.
A ten minute boat ride to this incredible island will take you to a wonderful tourist attraction which is the Beruwala light house. The island alone is a pleasure to the eye with its greenery and the view of the Indian Ocean as well as its peaceful ambience, the light house is simply a pleasing addition to this green island known as Barbarian Island.
There are only four international lighthouse in Sri Lanka, one being the Beruwala light house. All ships and boats going to the Maldives have to pass the Beruwala lighthouse which is among the most important place along the voyage.