One of Asia’s best-preserved colonial forts, Galle Fort is a UNESCO World Heritage site. A romantic atmosphere is created by the lighthouse, ramparts and winding cobblestone streets. Two historical sites within the fort are the National Maritime Museum, which houses marine artefacts from shipwreck explorations along the Southern Coast and the island’s oldest breadfruit tree. Ambalangoda, a seaside town in the South, is just an hour’s drive from Galle. The traditional art and subculture scene in Sri Lanka is home to a large number of exceptionally talented people. Explore the Ambalangoda Mask Museum, which has long represented authenticity. To see small islands and get up close and personal with wildlife, take a peaceful Madu River cruise afterwards. Visiting the turtle hatchery at Kosgoda Beach, which raises sea turtle eggs before releasing them into the ocean, is another way to support the preservation of endangered species. Spend an afternoon at Unawatuna Beach, a tranquil cove surrounded by palm trees that is perfect for unwinding. Fishing in shallow waters from stilts is a unique fishing tradition in Weligama. This village has a significant amount of golden sand. View the echoey dome of the magnificent Kalutara Temple’s  hollow Dagoba, which features murals on its inner walls that portray scenes from the Lord Buddha’s numerous past incarnations.