The Sea side fishing village Hikkaduwa is located 100 Km south of Colombo, have the benefit of swimming in pristine seas, relaxing on the golden beaches and soaking up the sun and partying till late in the night. Due to the popularity Hikkaduwa has gained among the tourists the fishing village has emerged as a developing city, with many road side restaurants, souvenir boutiques and the developing night life in the beach front. Hikkaduwa is famed for its coral reef; this shallow fringing reef has an average depth of five meters, making snorkelling and diving popular recreational activities during the day, famed as the hot and happening spot in the coastal belt it provides many entertainment options in the night. The mask museum at Ambalangoda and Dodanduwa Polgasduwa temple would be of interest to the visitors that want to explore the culture and heritage of Sri Lanka, culture tourists could also visit the Rummassala Mountains for a gorgeous view of the Galle Fort.
