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Trincomalee



Trincomalee is prominence for its natural harbour. It has a water area of 2,023 hectares. It ranked as the 5th largest natural harbour in the world. The harbour provides an extensive space for lay-up ships and tankers, and has been used for several purposes. Trinco features a tropical wet and dry climate. The city appears to feature a dry season from March through July and a wet season for the residue of the year.

Trincomalee is famous for an ancient Koneswaram temple referred to in its historic Tamil name Thirukonamalai which means "Lord of the Sacred Hill". About 11km from west of Trinco are the Kinniyai Hot-springs, extremely pure to Hindus who worship them to be a creation of God “Vishnu”. There are the seven hot springs and the temperature of each spring being slightly different.

Trincomalee beach is most picturesque and scenic beaches in Sri Lanka. All water sports are available including fishing, whale watching, bathing and swimming.

Trinco’s most famous landmark is fort Frederick, a century and a half of British fortifications can be found here. Also the mouth of Sri Lanka’s longest river Mahaweli Ganaga is located at the Trincomalee.

Nilaveli

If white sandy beaches and crystal clear blue seas spell out your relaxation, then the Nilaveli Beach is the place to be. Nilaveli is located in the east coast of Sri Lanka which is famous for its beautiful and calm. This is a very popular destination amongst sun worshippers. You will find Nilaveli about 275 km away from Colombo. The ideal season to visit here would be from April to October.

Close to Nilavali is red rick Beach – an estuary peach and pinkish colour Boulders.

Pigeon Island

A 10 minute boat-ride off the coast and you may visit Pigeon Island which lies 2km off the beach of Nilaveli, great for diving, snorkeling and sea bathing.

Pasikudah

Close by, has a spanking bay with lucent waters, which opens to the north. An offshore reef shelters a sandy beach and keeps the water, complacent and pure. This place is a windsurfers and water skiers delight.

Kalkudah

Kalkudah bay facing east, boasts of clear, calm reef protected sea ideal for bathing and swimming.