An unusual sight for visitors to Sri Lanka's beautiful south coast is Taprobane Island. A small private island, to which you must wade through shallow surf to gain access, Taprobane sits about 200 yards off the shore of Weligama Bay. A luxurious home was built on the island in the 1920s which includes 5 bedrooms, a pool and a lovely 2 acre garden. Today you can rent this villa and stay where the "rich and famous" like to hang out. Rental of the villa comes with a staff of five to make sure you're not lacking in excellent food or the expected creature comforts.
So if you've a few thousand dollars burning a hole in your pocket, consider a stay on Taprobane Island. Or for less than $20 a night you could book a room at one of the many small comfortable hotels along the nearby shore.
What's south of Taprobane Island? Antarctica, of course.
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