Don’t miss the excitement in Trincomalee – Sri Lanka
Trincomalee is located on the east coast of Sri Lanka. It is the major resort port city of the eastern province and it is one of the oldest cities in Asia. The recorded history of Trincomalee Beach spans more than two and a half thousand years. Trincomalee has a Srilankan Tamil language-speaking culture And also Trincomalee has been a seaport as well as a Hindu pilgrimage center since 400 BCE.
The largest natural harbor of Sri Lanka is also on the East coast of Trincomalee. It is situated on the northeastern coast of Sri Lanka. It is the home to major naval and air force bases at the Trincomalee garrison. Due to this natural harbor Portuguese, Dutch, French, and the British have been occupied as a military garrison. So this harbor was named Trincomalee Fortress during the Second World War. Trincomalee is one of the popular destinations for whale watching in Sri Lanka.
What Kind of Climate
Trincomalee Beach features a tropical wet and dry climate. The city features a dry season. March through June and a wet season for the remaining months of the year. The average temperature in Trincomalee is around 26 degrees Celsius in December and January. And approximately 30 degrees Celsius during the warmest months of the year from April through September.
When to Travel
What do you prefer? If you are looking to enjoy the warmest of the Trincomalee city May, June, and July are the best months. The busiest and most famous months to visit Trincomalee beach are July, August, and January.
Things To Do
1. Koneswarum Temple
Where to visit at first, the famous “Koneswarum Kovil”. It is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. This temple is situated at a top place called Konesar Malai. That is a promontory that overlooks the Indian Ocean as well as Gokarna Bay. This place has been a Trincomalee tourist attraction place due to Dravidian architecture. His colorful paintings and statues of gods make this temple colorful and glamorous. A must-visit attraction when in Trincomalee.
2. Harbor
Next to the 3rd largest natural harbor in the world is Trincomalee Harbor or Koddiyar Bay. Due to that reason more and more attention to both local and international communities has drawn to Trincomalee. It is situated on the northeastern coast of Sri Lanka. It has strategic importance in the past. In past times it had been a formerly British naval base, but today this harbor is an important commercial seaport of Sri Lanka.
3. Fort Fredrick
Another beautiful attractive place is Fort Fredrick also named Trincomalee Fort or Fort of Triquillimale. This fortress was initially constructed here by the Portuguese in 1623 and later built by the Dutch. Today the fortress is using the Sri Lankan military, you are able to explore most of the fort by foot or car. In there, you can also see a small number of spotted deer grazing under huge banyan trees.
Activities to do in Trincomalee
4. Whale Watching Trincomalee
Trincomalee is one of the most popular destinations famous for whale watching on the east coast of Sri Lanka. You will be able to spot a vast number of Whales and Dolphins. Such as bottlenose dolphin, spinner dolphin, Fraser’s dolphin, Blue Whale, Killer Whale, and Bride’s whale.
Every morning yachts can be booked with Sanki Leisure for a premium whale-watching cruise for families, groups of friends, or colleagues. You will spend it while you relax on board. Departs from Trincomalee Dutch Bay from April to October, every morning at 6:30 AM.
5. Nilaveli Beach
For years Nilaveli has been considered one of Srilanka’s best beaches within an eye-catching paradise. It certainly has that feeling of paradise- island remoteness. And also there are many resorts and hotels along the shore. It is rich in biodiversity, with many species of vegetation, coral, and reef fish.
An island floating in the great blue and 1 kilometer offshore, Pigeon Island. It has powdery white sands and glittering coral gardens and it is the home to dozens of corals, hundreds of reef fish, and turtles. Pigeon Island consists of two Islands, namely a large Pigeon island and a small Pigeon island. large Pigeon Island consists of many flora and fauna, especially coral reef fauna. However, the small Pigeon Island consists of rocky islets. Go and enjoy the excitement in Pigeon Island.
Have a tour around Sri Lanka including Trincomalee
When you are doing a round tour or if you are hoping to do a round tour in Sri Lanka, you don’t miss to separate some days for this beautiful east coast. We have some good offers for you to avoid missing this beautiful Trincomalee beach and also Whale watching in Trincomalee. By selecting below tour packages you can visit this beautiful paradise with other main places too.
Where to Stay:
Luxury: Experience true paradise on the east coast of Sri Lanka at the luxurious and intimate around Trincomalee beach. Amaranthe Bay Resort, Trinco Blu by Cinnamon, and JKAB Beach Resort.
Medium: Good availability and great rates. Read hotel reviews and choose the best hotel deal for your stay, Anantamaa Hotel, Jkab park hotel, and dyke rest.
Budget: Best budget accommodation with a pool. Nice areas to relax, sea lotus park, Dutch Bay Beach Cottage, N Joy Inn, and French Garden resort.
