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Discover the beauty, culture, and luxury experiences that make Ambalangoda and Villa Kelly's truly extraordinary.

Featured Stories

Sunrise Rituals on Ambalangoda Beach
Featured
Travel

Sunrise Rituals on Ambalangoda Beach

Rise before dawn to watch the shoreline awaken - fishermen push their boats to sea, vendors brew spiced tea, and the first light paints the Indian Ocean gold.

Lakmini Jayasinghe
Feb 10, 2024
6 min read
1.2k
Inside Ambalangoda's Mask Workshops
Featured
Culture

Inside Ambalangoda's Mask Workshops

Step behind the gallery walls to meet the artisans carving legendary Kolam and Sanni masks - the vivid storytellers of Sri Lankan folklore.

Ruwan Perera
Mar 2, 2024
8 min read
980
Day Tripping to the Historic Galle Fort
Featured
Heritage

Day Tripping to the Historic Galle Fort

Trade palm groves for cobblestones with a leisurely escape to UNESCO-listed Galle Fort - lighthouse strolls, boutique cafes, and sunset ramparts await.

Melissa Hart
Feb 22, 2024
7 min read
1.6k

Latest Articles

Flavors of the South: Cooking with Villa Kelly's Culinary Team
Food & Dining

Flavors of the South: Cooking with Villa Kelly's Culinary Team

Apron up for a fragrant masterclass that blends cinnamon, coconut, and coastal seafood into the signature dishes served at Villa Kelly's.

Chef Nadeesha Fernando
5 min read
740
Wellness by the Waves: Designing Your Reset
Wellness

Wellness by the Waves: Designing Your Reset

Hydrotherapy circuits, sunrise yoga, and mindful coastal walks combine to craft a personalised wellness itinerary in Ambalangoda.

Amara Shivanthi
6 min read
1.1k