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"Endless shores and quaint beaches!"

Kirinda Tourism

The Kirinda village is yet another developing tourist spot within Sri Lanka. A small coastal town, Kirinda is in the southern province of Sri Lanka. The southern region is first level administrative division in the country, inhabited by around 2.5 million people; it is the 3rd largest province in the country. This southern region of Sri Lanka has a large number of wildlife sanctuaries, beaches, ancient temples.

The major cities and towns in this province are the holy city of Kataragama, Ussangoda with their majestic view of the beaches and the cities of ancient lineages like Kirinda and Tissamaharama. A coastal village, Kirinda is known for its sandy streets and empty beaches.

The city is also associated with an ancient history and a romantic story of King Kavantissa and a princess who was rescued by the king. This story of romance has attracted many pilgrims to this unknown island, which is approximately 10 kms away from the town of Tissamaharama, the initial capital of the Sinhalese kingdom.

The rocky outcrop of the coastal village allows the visitors to obtain a magnificent view on this isolated coast with its vast stretch of sandy shores and the enigmatic and beautiful sea at their disposal. This ancient and developing village thus garners all the attention and love from the visitors!

Things to do in Kirinda

1. Tissa Wewa, Kirinda

Tissa Wewa, Kirinda
Tissa Wewa is an artificial lake in Tissamaharama, around 20 minutes away from the coastal town of Kirinda. Picturesque views, birdlife sightings and pleasant walks are the staples of a visit to this (Read More)stunning lake. Not to forget the customary boat ride, an immensely smooth experience.

2. Great Basses Reef

Great Basses Reef
Located on the south-east coastline of Sri Lanka, near Kirinda, Great Basses Reef has been the cause of many a shipwreck. Visit the namesake lighthouse overlooking the Indian Ocean, or dive into the w (Read More)aters for an experience unlike any other.

3. Kirinda Beach

Kirinda Beach
Kirinda Beach is at Kirinda, a small but charming town on the south-east coast of Sri Lanka. The turbulent waters, rock boulders, and stunning views of the landscape are all part of the package when y (Read More)ou pay a visit to this relatively quiet beach.

4. Yala National Park

Yala National Park
Yala National Park was originally a hunters arena during British colonial rule but now has the highest population of leopards on earth. Not only animals but it also provide a quaint environment for bi (Read More)rds as well. It is Sri Lanka�۪s largest national park with a total area of 900 Sq Km. Yala National Park attracts a lot of tourists throughout the year due to its high density of leopards, sloth bears, crocodiles, and deers.

5. Bundala National Park

Bundala National Park
Bundala National Park is situated off the Sri Lankan coast, around 12 km away from the port town of Hambantota. Designated as a national park in 1993, Bundala is immensely popular for its migratory aq (Read More)uatic birds.

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What is the best time to visit Kirinda?

Sri Lanka, with its humid weather throughout the year offers an average chance of rainfall about half of the year. The annual temperature in Kirinda varies rarely and revolves around 32.6 degree Celsius to dropping around 26.1 degree Celsius. The warmest month of the year in Kirinda is mostly early to mid-May.

However, the best time to visit the place in January until March, May until September and December. The weather during these months is ideal for visiting the area and enjoying and experiencing the unknown reefs of the coastal village and explore the untold ancient stories associated with the town.


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What are the places near Kirinda?

The top places near to Kirinda are Nuwara eliya which is 99 km from Kirinda, Galle which is located 124 km from Kirinda, Colombo which is located 180 km from Kirinda, Kandy which is located 140 km from Kirinda, Yala national park which is located 35 km from Kirinda

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