nature
Batticaloa Lagoon
Discover a large estuarine landscape with mangroves, seagrass and waterbirds.
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Batticaloa
Lagoon, bridge and sea give Batticaloa its shape. Follow the water through town, then leave time for the quiet spaces of the eastern coast.
Batticaloa Lagoon · BatticaloaLife beside the waterFind a little
Find a little
of your own.
An island town woven into an extensive lagoon landscape.
coast
Kallady Beach
Walk the shoreline east of Batticaloa town.
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Pasikudah Bay
Explore the beach and bay north of Batticaloa, near Kalkudah.
About this place · official sourceA thoughtful way to visitBefore you
Before you
set out.
Keep lagoon exploration separate from sea swimming and check local conditions for each. Confirm any water excursion with a responsible local operator.
Check the official guidanceDestination references reviewed 31 October 2026. Confirm current access, weather and arrangements before travel.
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