Batticaloa
The coastal district of Batticaloa in the eastern province
The coastal district of Batticaloa in the eastern province of Sri Lanka is surrounded by beautiful lagoons. Batticaloa, known as the land of the singing fish is famous for its sandy beaches, beautiful lagoons and rich mixed culture. With its famous beaches like the sparkling blue Passikudah and Kalkudah beach the two golden beaches in Sri Lanka, natural surroundings and popular architectural temples and forts Batticaloa has become a popular tourist destination. The view from the famous Kallady Bridge looks out into the lagoon, the Old Dutch fort and St.Sebastian church, a sight worth seeing. Batticaloa lighthouses, Maamangam Hindu Temple, Unnichchai tank, Sri Mangalarama Temple, Lagoon Park are the other places of attraction.
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About
Spread across a large area, this destination is nothing if not diverse. Choosing a single place to focus your time, that is a true challenge. There are attractions everywhere so be ready to come back another day, and after some time here, that’s exactly what you’ll want to do. Exploring the Area The biggest cities are along the coast.
Getting Around
A perfect city for exploring on foot with a shop around every corner. Much of the inner city can be walked without trouble, however, in parts walking include crowds, uneven streets, heavy traffic, and skinny sidewalks. If that’s a problem, there are plenty of taxi’s to ride in and scooters to rent.
History & Culture
Early History Home to years of history, which stretched far and wide. Due to the characteristic weather, the earliest explorers completely bypassed the area. The first settlement in the area was founded 1770 as a mission community. In addition to the mission, a military fort was built.
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