The Eco Village, Dodanduwa is one of the best eco based resorts in Sri Lanka. Bordering the idyllic Dodanduwa lagoon with its famous Buddhist island retreats, the Eco Village is the perfect place for nature lovers looking for peace and tranquility combined with outstanding Southern hospitality Located on a four acre land, about five kilometres off Hikkaduwa towards Dodanduwa, the Village is just five minutes from Galle road. It is covered with mangroves, which sheltered this resort from the tsunami in 2004.

'Machan', Oscar nomincated Uberto Pasolini's Sri Lanka-Germany-Italy co-production which Premiered at the recenlty concluded ‘65th Venice Film Festival’ became the Best Film in the section 'Venice Day- 2008'. The film was awarded with 'Label Europa Cinemas', Venice Days 2008 Prize winning the audience acclaim. The film was scripted by Ms. Ruwanthi de Chickera and co-produced by Prasanna Vithanage.