The main treasures that tourists bring back from Kalutara are their vacation photos. These photos capture not only beach moments where visitors indulge in various water activities or relax on the shores of the Lakkadivi Sea but also the beauty of their excursions to neighboring botanical gardens, turtle farms, elephant farms, and other attractions.
Among the notable landmarks featured in these photos are the monumental Kalutara Vihara Buddhist temple and the impressive 38-meter bridge that spans the Kalu Ganga River, connecting two provinces of Sri Lanka. Some of the most stunning photos of Kalutara are taken on the local beach at sunset. Particularly unique night photos of Kalutara are captured by those fortunate enough to vacation here in February when the Buddhist festival of Navam Perahera takes place. During this holiday, the streets come alive with dancers, drummers, fakirs, and torchbearers participating in the grand parade, all paying homage to a sacred Buddhist relic that holds immense significance for the faithful.
