Matara Travel Guide

Set in the southernmost part of Sri Lanka, the bustling commercial town of Matara is the terminus of the country's southern railway line. It welcomes visitors with a vibrant face, courtesy of the youthful vibe from the Ruhunu University students and its peaceful backstreets of colorful fishing boats moored on the banks of Nilwala. Ruled by the Dutch and Portuguese in the past, the town displays its Star Fort, a unique fortification. Visitors can meander around the two areas (Old Town and Modern Town) of Matara, sliced by the Nilwala River or the "Blue Clouds River." South of the river is the Old Town (Dutch Colonial District)...