Most Beautiful Beaches in Sri Lankaby | 05-02-2018 18:39 |
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![]() ![]() Most Beautiful Beaches in Sri Lanka Sri Lanka is very famous for its beaches. The entire island is surrounded by blue crystal clear ocean. Lot of hotels are based near the beaches. Some beaches even have a historical significance. The beautiful, breath-taking and panoramic views of the western, southern, eastern and northern coastlines are yet another proof of choosing this island as your ultimate holiday destination. Sun-bathing and sea-bathing all year round due to the fact that the country is a tropical one. The beaches around the northern coastline are fringed with palm trees whereas the rest of the coastlines are bordered with coconut trees and thereby providing a best chance to learn how to produce toddy. Hikkaduwa Beach Known for its great resorts lining the coast and sandy beaches situated 98 kilometers south of Colombo. Scuba diving is much in demand in Hikkaduwa because of its legendary coral gardens. Negombo Beach The famous fishing town located 35 km north of Colombo. It is one of the beaches with a long history where during the Dutch colonization churches and forts were built, most of these structures are still seen today. Unawatuna Beach Is ranked as the 12th best in the whole world. About 5 km south of Galle is the golden beach. It is one of the safest beaches in Sri Lanka since it is protected by a reef. Surfing, snorkeling & diving are some of the water sports you can do for recreation here. Arugam Bay Beach 116 km from Colombo is another fishing village known as Arugam Bay. Identified as the best surfing beach in Sri Lanka and the 4th best beach in South-East Asia and is also among the 10 best surfing beaches in the world. The Bird Sanctuary is also at close proximity to it so bird-watches / surf fanatics can spend a great time at the beach. Bentota Beach The most ideal place for water sports. Its located about 62 km south of Colombo. Nilaveli Beach Located in east of the country 120 km from Colombo and 14 km from Trincomalee. The natural habour and beach is one of finest in world. Nelaveli is ideal place for water sports like scuba diving. |