Facing the Indian Ocean, a tropical lagoon and a major river, Bentota offers a wide variety of water sport activities. But if you dont feel like exerting yourself then simply relax on the idyllic beaches. This is the place to come if you’re looking for pure romance and relaxation, but there’s more to the region than the coast; take time to explore and you’ll find mangrove-lined backwaters, turtle hatcheries, and the beautiful gardens at Lunuganga and Brief, created by famed Sri Lankan architect Geoffrey Bawa and his brother Bevis.