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Trincomalee

Trincomalee

Trincomalee

Trincomalee

Trincomalee  was in early times a major settlement of Indo-Aryan immigrants. The Temple of a Thousand Columns (also called Kaneswaran Temple). located at the extremity of the peninsula, came into use as a Hindu temple sometime in the 7th century or earlier nilaveli beach Lovers’ Leap or Ravana’s Cleft seen from sea.Ravana’s Cleft at Swami Rock (Konamalai). It is 350 feet above the sea level and looks straight down into the ocean below (top). Cleft can be seen clearly from sea side by using any watercraft (bottom).

Trincomalee  was in early times a major settlement of Indo-Aryan immigrants. The Temple of a Thousand Columns (also called Kaneswaran Temple). located at the extremity of the peninsula, came into use as a Hindu temple sometime in the 7th century or earlier nilaveli beach Lovers’ Leap or Ravana’s Cleft seen from sea.Ravana’s Cleft at Swami Rock (Konamalai). It is 350 feet above the sea level and looks straight down into the ocean below (top). Cleft can be seen clearly from sea side by using any watercraft (bottom).
Trincomalee  was in early times a major settlement of Indo-Aryan immigrants. The Temple of a Thousand Columns (also called Kaneswaran Temple). located at the extremity of the peninsula, came into use as a Hindu temple sometime in the 7th century or earlier nilaveli beach Lovers’ Leap or Ravana’s Cleft seen from sea.Ravana’s Cleft at Swami Rock (Konamalai). It is 350 feet above the sea level and looks straight down into the ocean below (top). Cleft can be seen clearly from sea side by using any watercraft (bottom).
Trincomalee  was in early times a major settlement of Indo-Aryan immigrants. The Temple of a Thousand Columns (also called Kaneswaran Temple). located at the extremity of the peninsula, came into use as a Hindu temple sometime in the 7th century or earlier nilaveli beach Lovers’ Leap or Ravana’s Cleft seen from sea.Ravana’s Cleft at Swami Rock (Konamalai). It is 350 feet above the sea level and looks straight down into the ocean below (top). Cleft can be seen clearly from sea side by using any watercraft (bottom).
Trincomalee  was in early times a major settlement of Indo-Aryan immigrants. The Temple of a Thousand Columns (also called Kaneswaran Temple). located at the extremity of the peninsula, came into use as a Hindu temple sometime in the 7th century or earlier nilaveli beach Lovers’ Leap or Ravana’s Cleft seen from sea.Ravana’s Cleft at Swami Rock (Konamalai). It is 350 feet above the sea level and looks straight down into the ocean below (top). Cleft can be seen clearly from sea side by using any watercraft (bottom).
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Trincomalee  was in early times a major settlement of Indo-Aryan immigrants. The Temple of a Thousand Columns (also called Kaneswaran Temple). located at the extremity of the peninsula, came into use as a Hindu temple sometime in the 7th century or earlier nilaveli beach Lovers’ Leap or Ravana’s Cleft seen from sea.Ravana’s Cleft at Swami Rock (Konamalai). It is 350 feet above the sea level and looks straight down into the ocean below (top). Cleft can be seen clearly from sea side by using any watercraft (bottom).
Trincomalee  was in early times a major settlement of Indo-Aryan immigrants. The Temple of a Thousand Columns (also called Kaneswaran Temple). located at the extremity of the peninsula, came into use as a Hindu temple sometime in the 7th century or earlier nilaveli beach Lovers’ Leap or Ravana’s Cleft seen from sea.Ravana’s Cleft at Swami Rock (Konamalai). It is 350 feet above the sea level and looks straight down into the ocean below (top). Cleft can be seen clearly from sea side by using any watercraft (bottom).
Trincomalee  was in early times a major settlement of Indo-Aryan immigrants. The Temple of a Thousand Columns (also called Kaneswaran Temple). located at the extremity of the peninsula, came into use as a Hindu temple sometime in the 7th century or earlier nilaveli beach Lovers’ Leap or Ravana’s Cleft seen from sea.Ravana’s Cleft at Swami Rock (Konamalai). It is 350 feet above the sea level and looks straight down into the ocean below (top). Cleft can be seen clearly from sea side by using any watercraft (bottom).
Trincomalee  was in early times a major settlement of Indo-Aryan immigrants. The Temple of a Thousand Columns (also called Kaneswaran Temple). located at the extremity of the peninsula, came into use as a Hindu temple sometime in the 7th century or earlier nilaveli beach Lovers’ Leap or Ravana’s Cleft seen from sea.Ravana’s Cleft at Swami Rock (Konamalai). It is 350 feet above the sea level and looks straight down into the ocean below (top). Cleft can be seen clearly from sea side by using any watercraft (bottom).
Trincomalee  was in early times a major settlement of Indo-Aryan immigrants. The Temple of a Thousand Columns (also called Kaneswaran Temple). located at the extremity of the peninsula, came into use as a Hindu temple sometime in the 7th century or earlier nilaveli beach Lovers’ Leap or Ravana’s Cleft seen from sea.Ravana’s Cleft at Swami Rock (Konamalai). It is 350 feet above the sea level and looks straight down into the ocean below (top). Cleft can be seen clearly from sea side by using any watercraft (bottom).
Trincomalee  was in early times a major settlement of Indo-Aryan immigrants. The Temple of a Thousand Columns (also called Kaneswaran Temple). located at the extremity of the peninsula, came into use as a Hindu temple sometime in the 7th century or earlier nilaveli beach Lovers’ Leap or Ravana’s Cleft seen from sea.Ravana’s Cleft at Swami Rock (Konamalai). It is 350 feet above the sea level and looks straight down into the ocean below (top). Cleft can be seen clearly from sea side by using any watercraft (bottom).
Trincomalee  was in early times a major settlement of Indo-Aryan immigrants. The Temple of a Thousand Columns (also called Kaneswaran Temple). located at the extremity of the peninsula, came into use as a Hindu temple sometime in the 7th century or earlier nilaveli beach Lovers’ Leap or Ravana’s Cleft seen from sea.Ravana’s Cleft at Swami Rock (Konamalai). It is 350 feet above the sea level and looks straight down into the ocean below (top). Cleft can be seen clearly from sea side by using any watercraft (bottom).

The construction time of Koneswaram has been estimated by comparison between carved reliefs on the temple’s ruins, literature on the shrine and the inscriptions commonly used in royal charters from the 5th to 18th centuries. Koneswaram was likely founded before 400 B.C Kandy was Katubulu Nuwara located near the present Watapuluwa. However, the more popular historical name is Senkadagala or Senkadagalapura, officially Senkadagala Siriwardhana Maha Nuwara (meaning ‘great city of Senkadagala of growing resplendence’), generally shortened to ‘Maha Nuwara’. According to folklore, this name originated from one of the several possible sources. One being the city was named after a brahmin with the name Senkanda who lived in a cave nearby, and another being a queen of Vikramabahu III was named Senkanda, and after a coloured stone named Senkadagala. The Kingdom of Kandy has also been known by various names. The English name Kandy, which originated during the colonial era, is derived from an anglicised version of the Sinhala Kanda Uda Rata (meaning the land on the mountain) or Kanda Uda Pas Rata (the five counties/countries on the mountain). The Portuguese shortened this to “Candea”, using the name for both the kingdom and its capital. In Sinhala, Kandy is called Maha nuwara, meaning “Great City” or “The Capital”, although this is most often shortened to Nuwara
Kandy was Katubulu Nuwara located near the present Watapuluwa. However, the more popular historical name is Senkadagala or Senkadagalapura, officially Senkadagala Siriwardhana Maha Nuwara (meaning ‘great city of Senkadagala of growing resplendence’), generally shortened to ‘Maha Nuwara’. According to folklore, this name originated from one of the several possible sources. One being the city was named after a brahmin with the name Senkanda who lived in a cave nearby, and another being a queen of Vikramabahu III was named Senkanda, and after a coloured stone named Senkadagala. The Kingdom of Kandy has also been known by various names. The English name Kandy, which originated during the colonial era, is derived from an anglicised version of the Sinhala Kanda Uda Rata (meaning the land on the mountain) or Kanda Uda Pas Rata (the five counties/countries on the mountain). The Portuguese shortened this to “Candea”, using the name for both the kingdom and its capital. In Sinhala, Kandy is called Maha nuwara, meaning “Great City” or “The Capital”, although this is most often shortened to Nuwara
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ATTRACTIONS IN TRINCOMALEE

Discover the enchanting town of Trincomalee, a vibrant city by the sea on Sri Lanka’s north eastern coast. Long regarded as one of the finest natural deepwater harbours in the world, Trinco has attracted some famous seafarers to its shores, such as Marco Polo and Ptolemy. The region is awash with a multitude of natural and cultural attractions in Trincomalee ripe for discovery.

Trincomalee is synonymous with pristine white sands and sparkling sapphire waters, and you will discover these priceless elements on the famous Nilaveli and Uppuveli beaches, located 6km and 16km respectively out of the town. These crystalline waters offer ample opportunities for water sports such as scuba-diving, snorkelling, surfing, fishing and whale-watching. Just off the coast of Nilaveli is the famous Pigeon Island, a rocky little islet that is a bustling breeding ground for the blue rock pigeons.

Experience the splendour of the Koneswaram Hindu Temple, one of the prime attractions in Trincomalee, which is an iconic tribute to the deity of Shiva in Hindu cosmology. The temple features an ornate and colourful Gopuram (a monumental tower) poised above its entrance, which captures the opulent South Indian style of architecture of many Hindu temples across the globe.

The hot springs at Kanniyai are situated a short 8km from Trinco’s city proper. Stone walls enclose seven springs, which offer the visitor a sublime plunge in warm waters famed for their therapeutic properties.

Trincomalee is a lively Sri Lankan city where you can create unforgettable memories that will last a lifetime, so come and explore its wonders.
Trincomalee was in early times a major settlement of Indo-Aryan immigrants. The Temple of a Thousand Columns (also called Koneswaram Temple), located at the extremity of the peninsula, came into use as a Hindu temple sometime in the 7th century or earlier. The first Europeans to occupy the town were the Portuguese in the 17th century; they razed the temple, using its stone to construct a fort. The port’s harbour changed hands repeatedly among the Dutch, French, and British until the British gained lasting possession of it in 1795. Trincomalee’s importance as a major British base was heightened after the Japanese ousted the British from Singapore in World War II; the Japanese bombed the town in 1942. The British continued to hold the harbour after Sri Lanka’s independence but relinquished it in 1957.

The port of Trincomalee is no longer important commercially, though in the 1960s congestion and labour problems at Colombo, Sri Lanka’s commercial capital and chief port, caused some trade to be routed through it. Tourism has become an important component of the local economy. The town is a rail terminus and has good road connections with the rest of Sri Lanka. In December 2004 a large tsunami triggered by an undersea earthquake near Indonesia killed hundreds of people in Trincomalee and caused widespread destruction there. Pop. (2007 prelim.) 51,624.