In the 17th Century, the Portuguese built a small fort at the mouth of the Bentota River Bentara Ganga, which was called Parangi Kotuwa, meaning the fort of the Portuguese. The river marked the southern extremity of Portuguese held territory in Sri Lanka and the city is known for its toddy production, an alcoholic beverage made out of coconut nectar. Some of Bentota's attractions include; Ventura Beach, Kande Viharaya Temple, Bentota Lake, Sunshine Water Sports Centre and many more.
The city's museums, temples, and other vintage landmarks can be visited and explored on sightseeing tours as well as cultural and historical tours. Visitors can also explore the most beautiful sites in the city on walking and biking tours, from strategic viewing angles and can explore shopping stalls and markets in the city on shopping and fashion tours.The city's culinary culture can also be explored on food and wine tasting tours , and other unique experiences can be enjoyed with other available tour activities.
Airport transfers and other city transports are also available for easy logistics within the city and visitors can extend their touring scape to the outsides of Bentota onday trips and excursions to neighbouring towns and cities. Visitors are assured of the best experiences provided by Tripindicator, a tour team dedicated to offering customers the best tour activities, carefully selected from tours with great user ratings and reviews, available at very affordable prices compared to other top tour teams.
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