The Southern Province of Sri Lanka is one of the nine provinces of Sri Lanka, the first level administrative division of the country. The provinces have existed since the 19th century but did not have any legal status until 1987 when the 13th Amendment to the Constitution of Sri Lanka established provincial councils. It is the 7th largest province by area and is home to 2.5 million people, the 3rd most populated province.
The province is bordered by Sabaragamuwa Province and Uva Province to the North, Eastern Province to the Northeast, Western Province to the Northwest and the Indian Ocean to the South, West and East. The Province's capital is Galle.
The Southern Province is a geographic area consisting of the districts of Galle, Matara and Hambantota. Subsistence farming and fishing is the main source of income for the vast majority of the people of this region.
The Southern Province was seriously affected by the tsunami in 2004. The province is going through a rebuilding process.
Pick up from Colombo International Airport or any Hotel or Home Stay in Negombo or Colombo area.
Sea turtle conservation in Sri Lanka focuses on protecting nesting sites, preventing poaching, and raising community awareness. The government has established hatcheries and implemented laws against harming turtles, but ongoing threats like egg collection and pollution require sustained conservation efforts, including community education and research.
Bentota offers a variety of water sports. The town is known for its vibrant water sports scene, particularly along the Bentota River and in the Indian Ocean. Water sport activities including, Jet Ski, Banana Boat Ride, Tube Ride, Doughnut Ride, Wake Board, Water Ski and many more. ( Water Activity Fee Not Included to the package )
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