Kalutara or Kalutota is a major city in Kalutara District, Western Province, Sri Lanka. It is also the administrative capital of Kalutara District. It is located approximately 43 km south of the capital Colombo.

Climates of Kalutara                                           

The climate in Kalutara is hot, oppressive, windy, and overcast. Over the course of the year, the temperature typically varies from 74°F to 90°F and is rarely below 71°F or above 93°F.

Traveling from Colombo to Kalutara

Kalutara has many tourism places and beautiful, Eye-pleasing views, places to visit. If you come for the vacation there are many hotels, Resorts and so many Historical places and so many outdoor activities to do for your enjoying. 

If you are planning a vacation in Kalutara. You want to reach from Colombo to Kalutara, the best way is by Bus or Train. Then you will be able to experience the beauty of the surroundings. Or you can use private vehicles. Add it to your list of places to visit if you're looking for a chilled out, relaxing few days in Sri Lanka.

Top Attractions in Kalutara

• Holy Cross Church Kalutara (1km)
• West Coast Tattoo Studio (2.9km)
• Richmonad Castle (3km)
• Thudugala Ella Waterfall (14.7km)
• Kalutara Viharaya (37.6km)
• Kalutara Bodhiya (37.6km)
• Calido Beach (37.7km)
• Asokaramaya Buddhist Temple (38.5km)
• Fa Hien Caves (40.3km) 
• Bodhinagala Forest Hermitage (43.1km)
• Ranjiths Carving and Batik Museum (45.2km)
• Kalu River (49.6km)

Kalutara Beach

Sri Lanka is known for its finest beaches. Kalutara Beach comes in the list of select few best beaches in the world. As it is located at a distance of just 40 kilometers from the capital city Colombo, it is easily accessed by the visitors every day. This sandy beach remains filled with the tourists who enjoy in leisure here. Scenic view of this beach in the northern side or Mahawaskaduwa appeals more compared to its Katukurunda or southern side. As this beach is still not spoilt too much, it remains a popular landmark for the tourists delving into the fun activities.

Kalutara Bodhiya

A sacred religious site of the Buddhism religion, Kalutara Bodhiya remains a must visit the location where Buddhists seek to visit at least once in their lifetime. Buddhists from around the world venerate this sacred place to involve in the special prayers upon their arrival.

They keep worshipping at this place beside their involvement in the offerings at the Kalutara Bodhiya or the Bodhi Tree which is believed to exist since 2nd century BC. According to the Buddhist belief, it is one out of the 32 Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi saplings. That is why it remains a sacred location where Kalutara Viharaya Buddhist Temple and also famous Kalutara Chaitya Stupa nearby sacred fig turns this location venerated for the visitors.

Kalu Ganga River

Kalu Ganga is a river in Sri Lanka. Measuring 129 km in length, the river originates from Sri Padhaya and reach the sea at Kalutara. The Black River flows through the Ratnapura and the Kalutara District and pass the city Ratnapura.

Fa Hien Caves

A famous landmark in the Pahiyangala area of Kalutara in Sri Lanka with its global significance, Fa Hien Caves are travelers’ paradise to witness the historical facts. It is also popular by its other name Pahiyangala Caves. As the rural legend describes about the name of Fa Hien Caves, it had been named after one popular Buddhist monk in the ancient era, Faxian who was also called Fa-Hien and Fa Hsien. 

Outdoor Activities in Kalutara

Whale & Dolphin Watching in Benthota

Experience the sights of majestic whales in Sri Lanka's waters on this must-do whale-watching experience. 

Day Tours

You can get a day trip  experience in surroundings in Kalutara. You can visit all the places in Kalutara.

Kalutara District, City & Area

Kalutara District is one of the 25 districts of Sri Lanka, the second level administrative division of the country. Kalutara is district in Western province.

The capital of the district is the City of Kalutara. If kalutara land area mentioned 1,598 km². Kalutara city has many tourists places to visits.

Kaluthara City is known for making rope, baskets, and other articles from the fibre of the coconut palm.

Kalutara South

Kalutara South is a locality in Western Province. Kalutara South is situated nearby to Elukwatta, and northwest of Maha Hinatiyangala. Kalutara South is famous to surfing.

Kalutara Hotels

Kalutara is a beautiful Area. If you’re travelling to Kalutara you will find a large number of hotels with reasonable price.