Panadura is a large town in Kalutara District. It is located approximately 27 km south of the capital Colombo and is surrounded on all sides by water; the Indian ocean, the Bolgoda lake and river. Panadura is famed for the long stretch of maiden beach.
The oldest golf club in Sri Lanka is called the Royal Colombo Golf Club. It was founded in 1880 and is situated at The Ridgeway Links, also called the Anderson Golf Course, in the capital city of Colombo. The Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews in Scotland has connections with this place, as does the Sri Lanka Golf Union, which is the body that oversees golf in Sri Lanka. Its length is 6560 Yards (6000m). It radiates sporting prestige and historical charm. With its lush, green course, it offers players of all skill levels a challenging environment. Its clubhouse, built in the colonial era, adds to its charm as a center for social events and competitive competitions. With a rich history spanning more than a century, the club is still committed to upholding its reputation for excellence and providing members and visitors with an amazing golfing experience set against the serene backdrop of its surroundings.
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Bellanwila-Attidiya Bird Sanctuary (බෙල්ලන්විල අත්තිඩිය අභය භූමිය) is a hidden gem for birdwatchers near Colombo. Situated near the Bellanwila Viharaya in the Colombo District, this sanctuary covers 372 hectares. The sanctuary features forested wetlands, including mangrove swamps and freshwater swamps. Early mornings are magical here, as dawn breaks, observe the rich bird life freely moving around, preening themselves for the day. Silhouetted against the orange dawn, visitors might even glimpse the dark outline of the Adam’s Peak mountain range. A study by the Society for Environmental Education recorded 166 bird species in the area, with most being residential and around 40 migratory. Rare birds include the Indian Shag, Blue Breasted Banded Tail, and Ruddy Crake. Visitors might spot the elusive Glossy Ibis, believed to be migratory. The sanctuary also hosts 71 species of butterflies and 44 species of fish.
