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Kalpitiya beach |
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<ul>A sandy headland of Kalpitiya is a peninsula, that separates Puttalam lagoon from the Indian Ocean. It has a diversity of flat coastal plains, saltpans, mangrove swamps, salt marshes, and sand dune beaches. Kalpitiya is located 168 Km north of Colombo and is a stunning place for underwater and above water adventure.<br>
<br>Alankuda beach is a newly developed stretch of beach in Kalpitiya peninsula with guest house type hotels.<br>
<br>Kalpitiya beach is one of the world’s best locations for Kite surfing. It is also the best place in the world to witness the pods of dolphins. Due to the “Bar Reef”, the largest coral reef in Sri Lanka, Kalpitiya become a heaven for Scuba Divers and Snorkelers. </ul> |
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Uppuveli beach |
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<ul>Uppuveli beach located 4 km from Trincomalee town is the beginning of the fascinating beaches north of Trincomalee. It is a fairly safe beach and the ambiance is mellow. |
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Nilaveli beach |
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<ul>Nilaveli beach is one of the best in Sri Lanka undoubtedly. It is a quiet and relaxed beach located 16 km north of Trincomalee. White sandy beach with gentle surf and plenty of bending palms swaying over is heaven for rest and relaxation. From the Nilaveli beach, about 2 km into the sea Pigeon Island is located. |
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Unawatuna beach |
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<ul>Unawatuna beach locates 7 km south of Galle was endorsed by the Discovery Channel, as the best beach in Sri Lanka and among the ten best beaches in the world. <br>
<br>A beautiful wide curving sandy bay protected by a double reef creates a natural pool with golden sand and turquoise water and surrounded by fringed palm trees is a haven for safe swimming. During the offseason, from May to October a lot of the sand gets washed away from the beach but still good for swimming. It is a great place for surfing, diving, and snorkeling.
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Jungle beach, Unawatuna |
Jungle beach, Unawatuna |
<ul>Jungle beach is a small stretch of isolated beach with forest right behind it. It is located between Galle and Unawatuna and adjacent to Rumassala hillock. Jungle beach is a very good place for swimming and snorkeling. It can be reached by boat or by snorkeling from Unawatuna. |
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Koggala beach |
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<ul>Koggala beach located 16 km from Galle is the longest beach and coastline in Sri Lanka. One side of the Koggala beach has a reef, and on the other side, expansive Koggala lake which depletes by Koggala Oya. The coastline of the villages of Ahangama and Midigama, located between Koggala & Weligama is the best surfing area in the south. |
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Mannar beach |
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<ul>Keeri beach fringed by a small Palmyra palm forest, located 7 km west of Mannar town is good for swimming. Talaimannar beach is a charming and tranquil beach for swimming. |
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Jaffna beaches |
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<p>Casuarina beach and Charty beach are the most famous beaches in Jaffna. Casuarina Beach is in Karainagar 23 km from Jaffna town where one can walk a long way in the deep blue water with calm waves. Casuarina trees are grown along the beach. </p><p>Charty beach is in valanai 15 km away from Jaffna town, fringed with coconut, Palmyra trees.
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Negombo beach |
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<ul>Negombo beach is the best place for relaxing after a long and exhausting plane ride or after a breath-taking trip around the country. The long, wide sandy beach in Negombo is ideal for a beach walk and enjoying the fresh breeze while watching the huge waves.</br>
<br>Catamaran-type fishing craft, called “Oruwa”, fitted with large sails is the unique feature of Negombo. During the late morning, these Oru coming back to shore after fishing is a beautiful sight not missed.
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Mount Lavinia beach |
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<ul>Mount Lavinia beach is one of the better-known beaches from colonial times. It lies alongside a wind-swept headland jutting into the waters of the Indian Ocean atop its famous colonial-era Mount Lavinia Hotel. It is located 12 km from Colombo and famous for sea-bathing, beach parties, and beach sports such as beach volleyball and beach rugby. </ul> |
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Wadduwa beach |
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<ul>Wadduwa beach 8 km from north of Kalutara and 33 km from Colombo is ideal for quick dips and long sunset strolls. It is a fine catamaran-scattered, unspoiled beach with the minimum crowd and dotted with a string of top-end beach resorts. |
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Bentota beach |
Bentota beach |
<ul>Bentota beach has a long stretch of white sand and a series of gently curved bays backed with the large lagoon. Heading towards the sea Canoe rock, South reef, and Hundirangala are superb places to witness vibrant corals and large schools of fish.<br>
<br>Bentota beach is surrounded by gorgeous hotels and resorts. It is the best place for ayurvedic practices that completely rejuvenate your mind, soul, and body.
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Ahungalla , Kosgoda beach |
Ahungalla , Kosgoda beach |
<ul>Ahungalla and Kosgoda two beautiful beaches located 4 km each other and 95 km from Colombo. The white sandy beaches together with wide palm belts make absolutely wonderful for rest and relax specially for honeymoon couples. Best ayurvedic practices in the area give you the opportunity to review the busy lifestyle. </ul> |
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Hikkaduwa beach |
Hikkaduwa beach |
<ul>Hikkaduwa beach has located 98 km from Colombo. It is famous for white-sandy beaches, idyllic sunsets, and prime surfing spots. Hikkaduwa vibrant nightlife and events on the beach are popular for the whole night from sunset to sunrise enjoyment.<br>
<br>The North and southern parts of the Hikkaduwa beach resort offer different experiences. The southern part comprises the surfing beaches of Narigama and Wewala where the bars, restaurants, and beach clubs with budget guesthouses are operated. The northern part is protected by a near-shore reef with a gorgeous curved bay where the corals are situated. Hence waves are rather calm and easy for snorkeling. The most up-market hotels and resorts are located in this part.
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Pasikuda beach |
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<ul>Pasikuda beach and Kalkuda beach are two spectacular back to back sandy beaches. The tranquil blue waters of the bay beaches are a stunning view to watch. It is the safest beach for a sea bath where there are no waves at all. you can walk 1 to 2 km into the sea without any fear. |
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Kuchchaveli beach |
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<ul>Kuchchaveli beach, located 29 km north of Trincomalee is another calm and quiet beach, bookended by adjoining jungle. It is a perfect place for relaxation. |
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Arisimale beach |
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<ul>Arisimale beach is located in the Pulmoddai area, 54 km north of Trincomalee. This beach is famous due to its’ extremely large particles of sand that resemble in size and shape of a rice seed. In the Tamil language “Arisi” means rice and "male" means mountain.</br>
<br>It is said that the 2 seafaring merchants called "Tapassu and Bhalluka" from India carrying the hair relics given by Lord Buddha himself were landed on Arisimale beach. |
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Marble beach |
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<ul>Marble beach, located within the Trincomalee natural harbour area, 17 km south of Trincomalee is a wonderful cove bookended by living forest headlands. At the north end of the beach, Marble Beach Airforce Resort is located.</br>
<br>Imagine, other than Hawaii or Maldives, where you can experience crystal clear, emerald blue water with gentle waves rolling towards powder white sand that ended in lush scrub jungle stand up the adjacent hill. The Marble beach is the only place that you can experience such uniqueness in Sri Lanka.
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Weligama beach |
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<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. |
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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> |
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Tangalle beach |
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<ul>Tangalle beaches stretch out as long as your eyes can see. The relatively mild climate and finest series of bays with deepest blue water are compelling to feels that you are somewhere in the Pacific Ocean. The large series of bays in Tangalle, the southern tip of the island is protected by an enclosing reef that favours safe swimming and sunbathing.<br>
<br>Parewella natural swimming area in front of Tangalle Resthouse is a stunning place for safe swimming.<br>
<br>To the west of Tangalle, the adjoining beaches of Goyambokka and Pallikaduwa are offered excellent locations for sea bathing. Most of the up-market villas and hotels are located there.<br>
<br>To the east of Tangalle, the long sandy beaches of Medaketiya and Medilla are located. Sunbathing is a famous activity on those beaches. A lot of budget hotels are situated there.
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Moragalla beach |
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<ul>Moragalla beach is located 6 km north of Bentota. Its southernmost part is near the estuary of the Bentota River. If you are looking for a less crowded beach rather than Bentota or Beruwala beach, Moragalla beach is the ideal. |
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