Trincomalee (English: /ˌtrɪŋkoʊməˈliː/; Tamil: திருகோணமலை Tirukōṇamalai; Sinhalese: ත්රිකුණාමළය Trikuṇāmalaya) also known as Gokanna, is the administrative headquarters of the Trincomalee District and major resort port city of Eastern Province, Sri Lanka. Located on the east coast of the island overlooking the Trincomalee Harbour, 113 miles south of Jaffna and 69 miles north of Batticaloa, Trincomalee has been one of the main centres of Sri Lankan Tamil language speaking culture on the island for over two millennia. With a population of 99,135, the city is built on a peninsula of the same name, which divides its inner and outer harbours. People from Trincomalee are known as Trincomalians and the local authority is Trincomalee Urban Council. Trincomalee city is home to the famous Koneswaram temple alluded to in its historic Tamil name Thirukonamalai and is home to other historical monuments such as the Bhadrakali Amman Temple, Trincomalee, the Trincomalee Hindu Cultural Hall and, opened in 1897, the Trincomalee Hindu College. Trincomalee is also the site of the Trincomalee railway station and an ancient ferry service to Jaffna and the south side of the harbour at Muttur.
Discover the best top things to do in Volga District, Russia including Church of Nativity of Most Holy Mother of God, Pechersky Ascension Monastery, Forty Saints' Church, Nikolsky Women's Monastery, The Resurrection Church on the Debra, Holy Uspensky Trifonov Monastery, Cathedral of St. Alexander Nevskiy, Cathedral of Saint Righteous Warrior Feodor Ushakov, St. John the Baptist Church, Resurrection Cathedral.
Discover the best top things to do in Dubrovnik-Neretva County, Croatia including Welcome to Dubrovnik Walking Tour, Six Views of Dubrovnik - Dubrovnik Panorama Tour, Private Dubrovnik and Trebinje Tour, Smiley Mostar Day Tour, City Wall Tour for Early Birds or Sunset Chaser, Old Town Sights & History - Small-Group Tour, Wine Lover's Tour of Peljesac Peninsula, Montenegro Private Tour from Dubrovnik, Dubrovnik By Night Walking Tour, Dubrovnik Walks - Old Town 1.5 h Discovery Tour.
Discover the best top things to do in Patagonia, Argentina including Day Trip to El Bolson and Pueblo Lake from Bariloche, Perito Moreno Glacier Tour from Puerto Natales Imperdible, Helicopter flight: Ushuaia from the air - A7, Villa La Angostura Day Trip from Bariloche, Shore excursion Nat. Park w/ City tour (Private Tour), San Martín de los Andes by The 7 Lakes Route, Calafate Wine Tour | City Tour Peatonal Maridado con Vinos, Ushuaia Double Decker Bus Tour, Half Day Small Circuit Tour: Mt Campanario and Llao Llao Peninsula, Trekking to Laguna Esmeralda.
Discover the best top things to do in Midnight Sun Coast, Sweden including Sjalevads kyrka, Alno Gamla Kyrka, Strasjo Medeltida Kapell, Thailandska paviljongen, Sankt Olofs Offerkyrka, Molidens kyrka.
Pahang (Malay pronunciation: [paˈhaŋ]; Jawi: ڤهڠ), officially Pahang Darul Makmur with the Arabic honorific Darul Makmur (Jawi: دار المعمور, "The Abode of Tranquility") is a sultanate and a federal state of Malaysia. With an area of 35,840 square kilometres, it is the third largest Malaysian state and the largest in Peninsular Malaysia. Its territory comprises roughly 11% of the total land area of Malaysia. With 1.63 million inhabitants, it is Malaysia's ninth most-populous state. Pahang's capital and largest city, Kuantan, is the eight largest urban agglomerations by population in Malaysia.
The sapphire waters of Cephalonia are steeped with history. The large Greek island was home to Odysseus, the legendary king hailed in Homer’s The Odyssey. Fortunately, it won’t take you ten years to get there. Explore the enchanting caverns of the Drogarati caves, sail to Ithaca on a glass-bottomed boat or marvel at the ancient artifacts inside the Archaeological Museum of Argostoli, Cephalonia’s main town. Or just hide from it all at one of the island’s many private beach coves.
Kanagawa Prefecture (神奈川県, Kanagawa-ken) is a prefecture located in Kantō region of Japan. The capital of the prefecture is Yokohama. Kanagawa is part of the Greater Tokyo Area. Kanagawa Prefecture is home to Kamakura and Hakone, two highly popular side trip destinations from Tokyo.
Founded by the Berbers in the 2nd millennium BCE, the city of Tunis has been controlled by Phoenicians, Romans, Arab Muslims, the Ottomans, the Spanish, the French and the Germans, finally achieving independence as the capital of Tunisia in 1956. This history has made Tunis a mélange of ancient and modern cultures. The medina is a network of narrow alleyways, mosques, mausoleums, palaces and a souq where shoppers haggle over the price of everything from filigreed gold to inexpensive souvenirs.
Discover the best top things to do in Nagpur District, India including Tiger & Temple (11 Days), Safari in Tadoba National Park (3 Days), Tiger, Temple & Ancient Caves (8 Days), Melghat Tiger Reserve From Nagpur, Tiger, Temple & Taj (11 Days), Nagzira Tiger Sanctuary from Nagpur, Nagpur to Aurangabad via Melghat Tiger Reserve & Akola, Nagpur to Aurangabad via Amravati & Akola, Nagpur to Pench & Satpura National Park, Tiger Safari Tour, Nagpur to Aurangabad via Melghat Tiger Reserve, Burhanpur & Akola.
Where else can you find an azalea-framed volcano to climb, a sisterhood of deep-divers, and ancient stone statues on which to make wishes? Jeju Island. A favorite with newlyweds (and K-drama fans), this popular retreat is also home to miles of golden beaches, winding coastal trails, and Jeju Waterworld, the area’s largest water park. No matter what your fancy, one thing is for certain: a day of sightseeing isn’t complete without enjoying some of the isle’s delicious raw seafood and famed barbecued black pork.
Discover the best top things to do in Nova Vicosa, Brazil including Coroa Vermelha Island, Costa do Altantico Beach, Barra Velha Beach, Pau Fincado Beach, Lugar Comum Beach, Sabacui Beach, Pontal da Barra Beach, Environmental Museum, Abrolhos Sub, Emilia Sulz Historical Museum.
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^† The Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act, 2014 states that Hyderabad is common capital of both Telangana and Andhra Pradesh states for a period of time not exceeding 10 years. Common for Andhra Pradesh and Telangana.
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Discover the best top things to do in Gironde, France including Hydrosphere Plongee, Oceana, Plongevasion, Centre de Plongee Hippo, Fosse de la Teste de Bcuh.
Discover the best top things to do in Lingshi County, China including Zishou temple, Wang's Family Compound (Wang Jia Dayuan), Zhensheng Town, Jinci Temple, Shigao Mountain, Jiezitui Temple, Jingjie Site, Houtu Temple, The Second Largest Siderolite, ZhongGuo MinJu YiShuGuan.
Boasting 23 lakes, innumerable parks and varied wildlife, Chisinau has one of the highest proportions of natural spaces of any city in Europe. Moldova's green capital is situated on the Bic River, surrounded by fertile land rife with vineyards, making it a popular destination for wine tours. The city is also renowned for its cognac and especially its award-winning beer, so arrive thirsty!
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