Trincomalee District
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Trincomalee District features a diverse collection of historical and natural sites along Sri Lanka's eastern coast. The region is home to the Koneshwaram Temple, a significant Hindu site on Swami Rock, and the 17th-century Fort Frederick. Natural highlights include the white sands of Nilaveli Beach and the Kanniya Hot Water Wells, which consist of seven distinct springs. Visitors can explore the 2nd-century BC Buddhist ruins of Velgam Vehera or visit the 1863 Foul Point Lighthouse. Local commerce centers around the central market and the harbor's fresh fish stalls.
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Climate & when to visit
Practical information
- Currency
- Sri Lankan Rupee LKR Rs · Card payments · Commonly accepted
- Electricity
- 230 V · 50 HzType D / Type G
- Languages
- Sinhala, Tamil
- Tap water
- Drink with caution
- Driving side
- Left
- Calling code
- +94
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