The beaches of Trincomalee are breathtaking and make the perfect spots for a day out with the family. Locals from all over the country flock to Trincomalee during the school holidays in addition to the large array of foreign visitors who are constantly visiting this city.
Trincomalee Beaches
The mesmerizing stretches of endless turquoise waters that fringe the powdery borders of this ancient city are well worth a visit or two. The wonders that this city holds and the riches in the possession of a magnificent strip of a sandy shore are indeed admired and loved by countless folks from near and far. Those who don’t like spending long hours on the road and opt for flights to Trincomalee and take a local taxi such as Cinnamon Air.
Nilaveli Beach
Nilaveli Beach is one of Trincomalee’s crowning glories. Pristine white sands stretching miles and miles kissed by calm, clear, brilliantly-blue waters… Nilaveli or the ‘Open-land of the moonshine’ is a world-renowned beach paradise located 10km from the Trincomalee town.
Activities
The beaches in Trincomalee are indeed an inspiration to the poetic heart and a place of sublime bliss to the ardent lovers of nature’s art. The beach, other than being perfect for lounging in absolute relaxation, is also famous for recreational water sports such as scuba diving.
Whale Watching
Have a whale of a time watching whales in Trincomalee! The largest animal on the planet visits the Trincomalee Bay from May to October to mate. Trincomalee is also a great place to see sperm whales and friendly dolphins. Whales, sperm whales and dolphins prefer to come here to mate as Trincomalee harbour is one of the deepest natural harbours in the world.
Filled with wanderlust that seeks to explore distant shores and captivated by the colors and vibrancy of exotic cultures, Kanya Mae writes on the beautiful, exciting, and enchanting wonders of the world. She is a writer who not only has a passion for travel, but also has a background in fashion, art and media. Google+