The country of Sri Lanka is quite famous for its beaches and coasts, a vista of shallow seafronts, and well known for its coral reefs and diving opportunities. Pristine and untouched, especially in comparison to the other coasts and tourist traps of the country, there’s a lot to see and do – from water sports, historical explorations, and good and plain beach fun.
The Pasikuda Beach
Located on the Eastern coast of Sri Lanka, Pasikuda has an extremely picturesque beach – with azure-striped waters and golden-yellow sands welcoming its visitors to the much-loved coastal environment. Re-emerging in recent times as a tourist hotspot, coconut and palm trees dot the landscape, and it is also a popular surf spot amongst those in the know, across the world.
Water Sport Memories
The location of Pasikuda Town makes it a prime location for a weekend of exciting watersports. As mentioned earlier, there is a strong surf following in the city, and there is also the chance for you to go scuba diving in the beautiful reef, with myriad marine life to guide you through the depths. There are also more adrenaline-fueled options, such as windsurfing and kitesurfing if you so choose – easily available at any Pasikuda beach resort.
Deep-Sea Fishing
If you’d rather spend an hour or three on calmer waters without having to actually go in them, you can always burn some time with some deep-sea fishing. The seas are a great resource in more ways than one, after all – one that you can take advantage of in such ways, especially when you consider that deep-sea fishing is a little different from your average fishing expedition.
Batticaloa History
It’s not just escapades on the sea, however. Around 30-40 kilometers away lies the town of Batticaloa, yet another worthwhile stop on the coastal vacation. It’s got a lot of history and heritage here, harking back to Colonial times, embodied by the ruins of the Batticaloa Fort, Lighthouse, and the wreck of the HMS Hermes of the Second World War. Luckily, the town itself is within a reasonable distance from resorts like The Calm Resort & Spa Pasikuda if you’re looking for lodgings.
