MIRISSA

Name MIRISSA
Latitude Longitude 5.9483° N, 80.4716° E
Best Season THROUGHOUT THE YEAR
District MATARA
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Id 43
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Created 12/21/20, 2:36 PM

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-experience sunrise accompanied by Blue Whales-

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<ul>Mirissa is located 150 km south of Colombo on the south coast. It is a fishing port. Mirissa is a popular tourist destination due to Mirissa beach, its' nightlife, and Whales watching.

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315 43 21 Whales watching, Mirissa Whales watching, Mirissa <ul><p>Mirissa whales and dolphin watching is one of the must-do activity if you are traveling in the southern parts of Sri Lanka. Blue whales, the biggest creature in the world can be seen often at the season in Mirissa.</p><p><br></p></ul><table class="table table-bordered"><tbody><tr><td><b style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-size: 13px;">Best Season</b><br></td><td><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-size: 13px;">December to March&nbsp;</span><br></td></tr><tr><td><b style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-size: 13px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Tour started at</b><br></td><td><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-size: 13px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">6.30 -7.00 am from Mirissa Fisheries Harbour&nbsp;</span><br></td></tr><tr><td><b style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-size: 13px;">Tour duration</b><br></td><td><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-size: 13px;">3-5 hours</span><br></td></tr></tbody></table><ul><p> </p></ul> 1 B.jpg 1/4/20, 3:00 PM View Edit
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133 43 35 Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara, Kushtarajagala, Weligama Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara, Kushtarajagala, Weligama <ul>Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara statue at Kushtarajagala has belonged to the 6th or 7th century AD. At that period Mahayana Buddhism prevailed in Sri Lanka. It is located in Weligama 9 km west of Mirissa. 1 B.jpg 2/14/19, 8:35 AM View Edit
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134 43 38 Lacemaking Lacemaking <ul>Lace was Introduced to Sri Lanka by the Portuguese. It has now become an indigenous craft and developed into a reputed household industry, mostly around the southwestern coast. Lacemaking households can be seen in Weligama, Galle, Matara, and Hambantota.<br> <br>The way, the hands dexterously handle the tools to create intricate patterns is fascinating to witness. A skill that is almost exclusively found amongst women, these lacemaking techniques are found as trimmings on dresses, curtains, table spreads, garments, and covers for pillows, cushions, and chairs. </ul> 1 B.jpg 2/14/19, 8:42 AM View Edit
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135 43 30 Weligama surfing Weligama surfing <ul>The eastern part of the Weligama bay beach is a paradise for surfers. The waves roll in to has provided a great opportunity for them allowing rides up to 400 m.<br> <br>Reef brakes are at Kabalana, Midigama, Ram’s Point, Plantation Point, and Secrets Point are the finest places in Weligama for surfing, specially for beginners. </ul> 1 B.jpg 2/14/19, 8:43 AM View Edit
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140 43 22 Dondra head lighthouse Dondra head lighthouse <ul>Dondra lighthouse is situated at the Southernmost tip of a rocky promontory near Dondra town. It was commissioned in March 1890. Dondra head lighthouse stands 54 m tall, the tallest in Sri Lanka and one of the tallest in South East Asia. The granite stones used to build the striking white octagonal tower were brought from the quarries of Scotland and Cornwall.<br> <br>A magnificent 360-degree view of the indigo seas with the glistening beach and rows of coconut trees can be seen from atop the lighthouse. </ul> 1 B2.jpg 2/14/19, 9:13 AM View Edit
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141 43 25 Vishnu devalaya, Dondra, Ramayana site Vishnu devalaya, Dondra, Ramayana site <ul>Devinuwara virtually means that “Gods’ town” noted as Dondra in English was aforesaid to be a flourishing city beneath the rank of King Ravana. The 15th-century poetical work “Paravi Sandeshaya” describes the deity at Devinuwara as a destroyer of Asura. Therefore it's believed that this same deity noted as King Rama of the Indian Epic “Ramayana”. “ Devinuwara Vishnu Devalaya” has dedicated to this deity. it had been one in every of the foremost honored temples since ancient times. It had been situated eighteen kilometers south of Mirissa. 1 VISHNU---B.jpg 2/14/19, 9:22 AM View Edit
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142 43 35 Temple paintings, Samudragiri viharaya, Mirissa Temple paintings, Samudragiri viharaya, Mirissa <ul>Mirissa Samudragiri viharaya is a national heritage site with&nbsp;<span style="font-size: 1rem;">Kandyan era&nbsp;</span><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 1rem;">murals on the image house of the temple. It is located close to the Mirissa beach.</span></ul> 1 B.jpg 2/14/19, 9:25 AM View Edit
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300 43 38 Stilt fishermen Stilt fishermen <ul>"Stilt Fishermen” who erect a single-pole just a few meters off-shore, beyond the surf break to catch small fish is an attractive sight from Koggala to Mirissa. Stilt fishing is a unique method of fishing in Sri Lanka.<br> <br>You also can try to sit on a crossbar called ‘Petta’ and waits until a fish comes. It would be an amazing experience.</ul> 1 B.jpg 11/30/19, 7:36 AM View Edit
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164 43 9 Weligama beach Weligama beach <ul>Weligama literally “Sandy Village”, also referred as ‘Red Bay’ due to its rose-red cliffs is the stunning stretch of the bay beach around the island of Taprobane located 144 km south of Colombo.</br> <br>Taprobane island is the most striking feature of the Weligama bay beach. It is located just offshore with a covering of luxuriant trees. The eastern part of Weligama beach favours for surfing. 1 B.jpg 2/14/19, 11:10 AM View Edit
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165 43 9 Mirissa beach Mirissa beach <ul>Mirissa beach is a crescent-shaped beach obscured with a long line of palm trees with beautiful clear waters. The water becomes waist deep after about 20 m to the sea therefore it is a highly safer place for the children. Parrot Rock right on Mirissa beach is an interesting hill to climb. Watching the sunset at the top of the Parrot rock in the evening is a breathtaking scene you never forgot.<br> <br>Diving and snorkeling are favours around the parrot rock. The right side of the Mirissa beach is a hotspot for surfers.<br> <br>Secret beach and palm tree forest near Mirissa beach are stunning places to visit. </ul> 1 B.jpg 2/14/19, 11:12 AM View Edit
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197 43 12 Galgodiyana island, Matara Galgodiyana island, Matara <ul>Galgodiyana is an island off Matara lying less than 200 m off the land. It is about 500 m off the popular Polhena beach and 11 km from Mirissa. A ruined stupa built in Thai architecture tradition and a mysterious stone arch are the main attraction of this island.</br> <br>The history of the ruins of this island goes back to 120 years. A prince named "Prisdang" of Siam (now Thailand) had joined the priesthood in Sri Lanka taking up the name Jinawansa thero as a student of Waskaduwe Sri Subuthi thero and moved to the Galagodiyana island for his meditation. Before joining the priesthood, he was educated in England and served as an ambassador for a number of European countries on behalf of the monarch of Siam. He has fallen out with the Siam monarch and reached Sri Lanka in 1896. </br> <br>During his stay, the villagers of Paramulla had provided the meals to Jinawansa thero who had been called "Kumara Hamuduruwa" (Prince thero). The villagers had also built a path across the sea to the island using rocks. Some parts of this path have been washed away now.</br> <br>Jinawansa thero has designed the stupa with entrances from four directions and the other buildings on the island according to the Siamese (Thai) tradition. 1 GALGODIYANA---B.jpg 2/17/19, 2:21 AM View Edit
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301 43 23 Star Fort Matara, Matara Fort, Old Nupe market Star Fort Matara, Matara Fort, Old Nupe market <ul>Star Fort Matara is located on the eastern bank of the Nilwala River. It was built by the Dutch in 1765.<br> <br>Matara Fort originally built by the Portuguese in 1560 and re-built by the Dutch in 1640.<br> <br>Old Nupe Market (Old Dutch market) building was used for the market in Nupe. The present building was built in the late eighteenth century but first built probably by the Dutch. </ul> 1 B.jpg 11/30/19, 2:05 PM View Edit
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328 43 37 Handunugoda Tea Estate, White Tea Handunugoda Tea Estate, White Tea <ul>Handunugoda Tea Estate, Virgin White Tea Plantation is located 21 km northeast of Mirissa probably the nearest tea plantation to the sea in the world. It produces pure white tea following ancient Chinese ritual without touching by human hands. This white tea is said to be the favourite tipple of the HRH Queen Elizabeth. It would be one of the most expensive and healthiest teas in the world.<br> <br>Handunugoda Tea Estate tour included a walk around the tea plantation, visit the tea factory, and tea tasting. Do not forget to buy some tea from the sales outlet and importantly to having nice tea with delicious chocolate cake.</ul> 1 HANDUNGAMUWA---B.jpg 4/27/20, 12:11 AM View Edit
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343 43 29 Sailing, Mirissa Sailing, Mirissa <ul>Sailing tours in beautiful Mirissa and Weligama Bay will provide an incomparable experience for a lifetime. You will be bored at Mirissa Fisheries harbour. You can do swim, canoe, paddleboarding, or can join with surfers in Weligama Bay. You will be able to witness the stunning sunset or sunrise or both, depending on your interest. If you decided one night sailing onboard you will be able to witness whales and Dolphins while having a hotly prepared breakfast.</ul> 1 MIRISSA-SAIL---B.jpg 5/3/20, 2:40 AM View Edit
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212 22 DAY - 2 (Bentota – Galle – Mirissa - 1-night sailing cruise) 43 <ul><li>Breakfast at the hotel<br></li><li>Transfer you to Mirissa via Galle. Approximately 2 and a half hours’ drive if driven nonstop.</li><li>En-route visit Kosgoda turtle hatchery and Old Town of Galle and its Fortifications, World heritage site</li><li>The port city of Galle is a UNESCO Cultural World Heritage Site. The Portuguese and the Dutch use Galle as the main seaport on the island. A lot of historical, archaeological, and architectural colonial remains are there in Galle. Of which the Galle Fort is main and the best. It is Asia’s only surviving largest fortress built by European occupiers.  Even today the colonial-era buildings inside the fort, functioning as villas, antique shops, cafes, and restaurants without changing its old fashion.</li><li>Do some shopping also in Galle.</li><li>Around 3.00 pm come to the Mirissa Fisheries harbour for 1 night sailing cruise. Set sail at 4 pm on 53’ catamaran into the sunset. You can swim, paddleboard, or join surfers in Weligama bay. </li><li>Dinner is served on board.</li></ul> 3.jpg 4/22/20, 2:40 PM View Edit
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249 25 DAY - 14 (Tangalle - 1-night sailing cruise) 43 <ul><li>Breakfast at the hotel</li><li>Transfer you to Mirissa – Approximately 1 and a half hours’ drive.</li><li>En-route hike to explore temple paintings in Mulkirigala temple.</li><li>Around 3.00pm come to the Mirissa Fisheries harbour for 1 night sailing cruise. Set sail at 4 pm on 53’ catamaran into the sunset. You can swim, paddle board or join surfers in Weligama bay. </li><li>Dinner is served on board.</li></ul> Full Board 226 2.jpg 4/24/20, 7:19 AM View Edit
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372 35 DAY - 7 (Yala - Mirissa) 43 <ul><li>Breakfast at the hotel <br></li><li>Transfer you to Mirissa – Approximately 2 and a half hours’ drive.</li><li>En-route hike to explore temple paintings, Mulkirigala temple.</li><li>Explore Beeralu lace crafts in Matara. </li><li>Beeralu was introduced by the Portuguese and has now become an indigenous craft and developed into a reputed household industry, mostly around the South Western Coast. It is quite fascinating to see how the hands dexterously handle the tools to create intricate patterns.</li><li>Around 3.00 pm come to the Mirissa Fisheries harbour for 1 night sailing cruise. Set sail at 4 pm on 53’ catamaran into the sunset. You can swim, paddleboard, or join surfers in Weligama bay. </li><li>Dinner is served on board.</li></ul> Full Board MUL-lace-sail.jpg 5/10/20, 1:28 AM View Edit
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721 74 DAY - 3 (Sinharaja - Mirissa) Parangi Weligama Bay 43 <ul><li>Breakfast at the hotel.</li><li>Transfer you to Mirissa. Approximately 2 and half hours’ drive.</li><li>En route visit Galle Fort, a world heritage site</li><li>Afternoon relax at the Weligama beach</li><li>Dinner and Overnight stay at Parangi Weligama Bay resort</li></ul> Bed & Breakfast 202 1.jpg 5/14/22, 12:56 AM View Edit
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775 81 DAY - 2 (Yala - Mirissa) 43 <ul><li>Morning safari at Yala National Park.</li><li>Late breakfast at the hotel</li><li>Transfer you to Mirissa. Approximately 2 and Half hours’ drive. </li><li>En-route, climb Mulkirigala Rock Monastery.</li><li>It, nestled on 600ft rock cliffs, has been a major Buddhist temple in the southern parts of the island since the 3rd century BC. It is similar to its well-known cousin, the Dambulla Cave Temple. To get to the temple, you should climb 500 steps. There are five terraced levels with caves and a large collection of vibrant murals on the cave walls and ceiling depicting Lord Buddha's early life and sculptures, including magnificent reclining Buddha statues from the 18th century AD.</li><li>Afternoon relaxed at the Weligama Beach.</li><li>Overnight stay at Parangi Weligama Bay.</li></ul> 6-2.jpg 11/20/22, 12:51 AM View Edit
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776 81 DAY - 3 (Mirissa) 43 <ul><li>Transfer to Mirissa harbour early in the morning, around 6.30 a.m., for a whale-watching tour.</li><li>The whales migrate from the southern hemisphere to the northern hemisphere and can be seen a few kilometres away from the Mirissa beach during the months of November to April. During this period, the ocean is calm, and the chances of spotting whales are 98%. </li><li>Blue whales are most often seen. You can also see sperm whales, fin whales, Bryde's whales, and short-finned whales. The tour will take 3 to 5 hours.</li><li>After that, go to the Handunugoda Tea Factory, which produces virgin white tea that has never been touched by human hands.</li><li>Overnight stay at Parangi Weligama Bay </li></ul> 6-3.jpg 11/20/22, 12:53 AM View Edit
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806 88 DAY - 4 (Sinharaja - Mirissa) 43 <ul><li>Take a pre-breakfast bird-watching village walk along the border of Sinharaja Rain Forest to see Sri Lanka Serendib Scops Owl, Sri Lanka Spur Fowl, Frogmouth and Sri Lanka Green -billed coucal.</li><li>After breakfast, guests will be transferred to Mirissa. Approximately 3 hours’ drive.<br></li><li>Dinner and overnight stay at Parangi Weligama Bay<br></li></ul> 1.14.jpg 8/27/23, 2:21 PM View Edit
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28 43 Mirissa is one of the top places in the world for whale and dolphin watching. Together with its beach and vibrant nightlife Mirissa become one of the most attractive tourist destinations in Sri Lanka. 2/14/19, 9:02 AM View Edit
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