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Eastern Province

3.9
Nature Wildlife Beaches

Granary of Sri Lanka

With a long coastline facing the Bay of Bengal and a rich cultural heritage, vacations in the Eastern Province offer surfing, tranquil beaches, colorful Hindu temples, and ruins of Buddhist shrines. Tourism in the Eastern Province remains relatively uncommercialized, focusing on seaside activities and colonial heritage. Visit its fine natural harbor overlooked by a Danish fort, or explore the interior. A mixture of Hindu, Muslim, and Buddhist traditions make the Eastern Province an interesting ethnic patchwork abundant in local traditions. Eastern Province is in Sri Lanka. Take a look at our Sri Lanka online road trip planner to refine the details of your trip to Eastern Province.
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Places to visit in Eastern Province

Trincomalee BEST FOR: Historic Sites, Wildlife, Beaches Nilaveli BEST FOR: Nature, Wildlife, Beaches Arugam Bay BEST FOR: Adventure, Nature, Wildlife Kalkudah BEST FOR: Beaches, Wildlife Ampara BEST FOR: Nature, Beaches
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Nilaveli Beach
Nilaveli
4.3
Duration: 2​h 30​min
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Pigeon Island National Park
Nilaveli
3.8
Duration: 8​h
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Koneswaram Temple
Trincomalee
4.4
Duration: 1​h
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Passikudah Beach
Kalkudah
4.4
Duration: 4​h

Nature in Eastern Province

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Arugam Bay
Arugam Bay
4.0
Duration: 30​min
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Kanniya Hot Springs
Trincomalee
1.1
Duration: 2​h
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Kumana National Park
Ampara
4.3
Duration: 8​h
Gal Oya National Park - The Crossing
Ampara
4.0
Duration: 8​h

Historic Sites in Eastern Province

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Trincomalee War Cemetery
Trincomalee
4.7
Duration: 1​h
Kudumbigala Monastery
Arugam Bay
4.8
Duration: 2​h 30​min
Sangaman Kanda Lighthouse
Arugam Bay
5.0
Duration: 1​h
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Sri Pathrakali Amman Temple
Trincomalee
4.8
Duration: 30​min

Hidden gems in Eastern Province

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Pottuvil Lagoon
Pottuvil
4.3
Duration: 1​h 30​min
Spas
Arugam Bay
4.3
Duration: 1​h
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Whisky Point, Sri Lanka
Pottuvil
4.4
Duration: 4​h
Rice & Carry Bags Shop
Arugam Bay
5.0
Duration: 1​h 30​min

Kid-friendly things to do in Eastern Province

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Marble Beach
Trincomalee
3.2
Duration: 2​h 30​min
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Uppuveli
Trincomalee
3.7
Duration: 2​h 30​min
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Arisimale Beach
Trincomalee
4.5
Duration: 2​h 30​min
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Kallady Beach
Batticaloa
3.8
Duration: 30​min

Beaches in Eastern Province

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Trincomalee Beach
Trincomalee
3.2
Duration: 2​h 30​min
Crocodile Rock
Ampara
4.0
Duration: 2​h 30​min
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