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ආරක්ෂක සේනා මූලස්ථානය
(නැගෙනහිර)

Places to Visit

KINNIYA BRIDGE

This new ferry bridge which spans 300 meters long will connect Kinniya to Trincomalee on the Batticaloa - Thirukkondiyadimadu Trincomalee Road. Dynamic Pile Testing was conducted on 1200mm diameter bored piles using a 5-ton drop hammer to test the load carrying capacity of the piles at off shore locations. The process employed specially designed equipment. (Distance - 17 km from Trincomalee Town)


KONESWARAM TEMPLE

Koneswaram temple is an important Hindu temple in Trincomalee, Eastern Province, Sri Lankavenerated by Saivites throughout the continent. The primary deity is the Hindu god Lord Shivain the form Konesar. At its zenith, Koneswaram was of considerable size and heralded as one of the richest and most visited temple complexes in Asia. Built atop Swami Rock, a rocky promontory overlooking the Trincomalee harbor, the temple has lay in ruins, been restored, renovated and enlarged by various royals and devotees throughout its history. Koneswaram is heralded as a grand seat of Shiva worship in the 6th-7th century CE Tamil hymn canon Tevaram. Its bronze idols from the 10th century CE reflect the high points ofChola art. The temple has been administered and frequented by Tamil Hindus and is located in Trincomalee, a classical period port town. (Distance - 1 km from Trincomalee Town)


THOPPIGALA

Thoppigala (also known as Baron's Cap), located 40 km northwest of Batticaloa, in eastern Sri Lanka. Thoppigala, also known as Baron's Cap and Kudumbimalai, is a large rock standing at 1,753 feet (534 m) above sea level. The rock is surrounded by thick jungle and rocky terrain,[1] and has a number of natural caves. (Distance - 66 km from Polonnaruwa Town)


TRINCOMALEE HARBOUR

He Trincomalee Harbour is a large natural harbour in Sri Lanka. Located in Trincomalee, Sri Lanka in the heart of the Indian Ocean, its strategic importance has shaped its recenthistory. There had been many sea battles to conquer the harbour. The Portuguese, Dutch, French, and the English, each held it in turn. The harbour, the fifth largest natural harbour in the world, is overlooked by terraced highlands, and its entrance is guarded by two headlands. (Distance - 7.3 km from Trincomalee Town)


PIYANGALA

The historical Piyangala cave is world famous as the only cave in Sri Lanka with Veddha frescoes. The archeologically important cave is the property of the Department of Archeology at present. At present destruction of the cave by transporting granite from the cave to Oluwil port is taking place.

The villagers around the area have protested against the destruction and the ‘Organization to Protect Heritage of Digamadulla’ has carried out a massive campaign against the ravage of the historical cave. As a result of the campaign carried out by residents and ‘Organization to Protect Heritage of Digamadulla’ the Department of Archeology has promised to have a discussion regarding the matter on the 25th. They have been promised that fragmenting of stones would be stopped until a decision is reached at the discussion. (Distance - 12 Km from Ampara Town)


PASIKUDA BEACH

Pasikuda beach although popular among locals and well known among locals isn't a place frequented by locals or foreigners. Which is a bit strange because it is one of the safest beaches for sea bathing in the east coast. Because of the lack of crowd is very clean most of the time and the nave does a good job of keeping it clean. It has the basic facilities like fresh water bathing etc as well making it an ideal place for a sea bath. You want find any shops or traders unless you go on a weekend and even if you go on a weekend you want find many people. There are no luxury hotels in the are and you have to do with small hotels or houses rented out for visitors. The prices are very reasonable and you can get it very cheaply especially if you happen to visit on week day. The closest major town is Batticaloa which is about 20-30 minutes ride in a vehicle.Although the road is a bit tricky now it is being constructed and should be finished by 2011. Lack of hotels in the Pasikuda area is one of the major reasons why tourism is not taking off in that beach but some of the land are already bought by some hotel groups so in the future we are bound to see an increase in tourism in the Pasikuda beach. (Distance - 69.4 Km from Polonnaruwa Town)


MAGUL MAHA VIHARA

On the northern edge of the Lahugala National Park are the ruins of a substantial ancient temple now called Magul Maha Vihara. This temple is worth a visit not only because of its particularly attractive forest setting but also because the image shrine, the Bodhi Tree and the stupa are all in a good state of preservation. Magul Mahavihara is approached by a causeway across a beautiful lotus filled reservoir which surrounds the whole complex. As you enter the main gate through the solidly built wall that surrounds all the buildings you will see on the left the remains of a small shrine with an unusual moonstone at its entrance. The elephants on this moonstone all have riders on their backs, something unseen in all other Sri Lankan moonstones. The stupa is built on a high terrace with three staircases leading up to it. There are impressive lion guardians at the top of the stairs. These and all the other ruins at Lahugala are all surrounded by peaceful forest which makes a visit to the place a most enjoyable experience. (Distance - 6 Km from Pothuwil Town)


MAVIL ARU ANICUT

Mavil Aru (Tamil - Mother River}) is a waterway in Sri Lanka that supplies water to some regions of eastern Sri Lanka. The closure by the LTTE of the sluice-gates of Mavil Aru on July 26, 2006 was a crucial turning point in the Sri Lankan civil strife. With the initiation of 'Operation Watershed', the Sri Lankan Armed Forces undertook to wipe out the LTTE.

According to Gen.Fonseka, it was the correct place to start off the military battle to destroy the LTTE - which was at the time considered to be one of the most powerful terrorist outfits in the world. The armed forces retaliated by launching air strikes with the aim of capturing the waterway and sluice-gates. On August 11, 2006 the Sri Lankan Armed Forces announced that they had gained full control of the sluice gates of the reservoir. The LTTE was annihilated on May 17, 2009 when the entire military leadership was surrounded and destroyed by the Sri Lankan Armed Forces. (Distance - 69.3 km from PolonnaruwaTown)


SENANAYAKE SAMUDRAYA

Senanayake Samudraya is a source of water for irrigation, domestic use and fisheries activities. Under the Gal Oya Development Scheme, which began in 1949, the valley area around the park has been developed for agriculture. Paddy cultivation takes place both during the Yala and Maha seasons, and around 4,000 ha of the right bank is under sugarcane cultivation. (Distance - 12 Km from Ampara Town)


MUHUDU MAHA VIHARAYA

The Muhudu Maha Viharaya situated near Pottuville is over 2,000 years old. According to the resident monk, not much emphasis has been paid to protect this very ancient structure. There has been immense encroachment and much of this wonderful monument could be lost forever. Could it be that this Buddhist Monument is in the middle of a Muslim Community or the relevant authorities just don’t care. (Distance - 2 Km from Pothuwil Town)