Best sunset spots near Unawatuna or Galle right now — any less crowded ones?

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Carmen Ruiz82495 rep2

Want somewhere nice for sunset without the big crowds. Any recommendations this week?

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Some of the quieter beaches south of Unawatuna or slightly outside Galle Fort have been nicer for sunset this week with fewer people. The main spots can get busy with tour groups and photographers. Asking locally or at your accommodation for the current quieter options works well — conditions and crowds shift. Some hotels have good rooftop or garden views that are less crowded than public beaches. The week has been good for finding peaceful sunset spots if you're willing to walk a bit or ask around. Some of the best sunsets I've seen were at very ordinary beaches with almost no one else there.

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Dilki Gunaratne504960 rep1

Quieter beaches south of Unawatuna or outside the main Galle spots have been better this week. Ask locally for current peaceful options.

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