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.
Restaurants in Trincomalee
5.0 based on 84 reviews
Certified trainers of SCUBA & PADI Diving based in Trincomalee, Sri Lanka. Near Aqua Hotel Uppuweli, 41A, Alles Garden(in-front of Fernandoo's Bar).
5.0 based on 38 reviews
Sunshine Diving is a an authorised PADI center (S-25187) one center is located at the 4* hotel Trinco blu by Cinnamon from april till otctober and the second center is located in Bentota from november till march. Our team of PADI instructors and divemasters are here for let you enjoy a dive in the colorful dive sites arround Uppuveli. Come and join us for a safety dive experience in the beautiful Sri Lankan sea!
5.0 based on 39 reviews
Pearl Divers is a leading PADI 5 Star Resort in Sri Lanka with locations in Unawatuna and Trincomalee. We offer all range of PADI courses from beginners to advanced divers. Also offering whale watching, snorkeling, deep sea fishing and all type of watersports. Our international team of instructors will make sure, that you are enjoying your time safely.
5.0 based on 119 reviews
We at Negombo Diving Centre, are a Sri Lankan owned and operated dive school based in trincomalee and Negombo. Now we expand our diving center to trincomalee beach.
5.0 based on 51 reviews
Blue Water Sports, Trincomalee, history spans across more than 7 years, starting in 2014; one of the best water sports and dive centers in Sri Lanka. And proudly, Blue Water Sports, Trincomalee is the one and only spot in Sri Lanka where you can do most of the Sea activities together at just one place (Water-Sports, Scuba Diving & Snorkeling, Dolphin & Whale Watching and other Boat Tours). The business grew and expanded as customers returned year after year for the friendly atmosphere & easy-accessible point of city where all activities can be experienced at professional Standards. In the mid of 2015, the center was registered at the Sri Lankan Tourism Development Authority, assuring that we are one of the very few members of Tourist-Board Authorized Centers. A. Jeyaseelan, the owner and the proprietor of Blue Water Sports, Trincomalee. Mr. Seelan has over 20 years diving experience in the waters of Sri Lanka and abroad, and is one of the Registered & PADI Certified Dive Instructors
5.0 based on 50 reviews
Epic Ocean Adventures PADI Diving Center is the place in Dutch Bay for Scuba Diving and Snorkeling trips for the whole family! We operate since 2014. Our experienced PADI Instructors speak English, Russian and all local languages. Like you we are all enthusiastic about diving and the underwater environment but we also realize that your valuable vacation time should be as much fun as possible. Come experience the ocean like never before! Best Prices & Quality! Fun for the whole family! Safe, friendly & professional! We offer: •Daily Diving (Fun Diving) •Night Diving •Discover Scuba Diving •Snorkeling trips •PADI Course •Whale and Dolphin Watching We are proud to be the first local PADI Dive Center in Trincomalee with qualified professionals. With us you will get excellent diving experience even if you never tried it before. Our Dive Center is located in Trincomalee town close to Koneswaram temple, bus & train stations. PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CONTACT US WITH ANY ENQUIRIES
4.5 based on 257 reviews
Sri Lanka Diving Tours (Trincomalee) is a PADI Five star IDC center based at Uppuveli new loction in Trincomalee, Sri Lanka's East Coast. Offering professionally guided dive trips to our house sites, to the Pigeon Island National Park sites which are only a short boat ride away. We conduct PADI diver training from the half-day PADI Discover Scuba Diving experience right up to PADI Instructor. Confined water training on our house reef directly in front of the hotel is ideal for your first experiences in the open water.We can even provide Tec Diver training at our specialist Deep Sea Resort further down the coast. From our beach side location, we also offer coastal boat tours, Whale and dolphin watching trips, Snorkeling with whales !!! Snorkeling trips to Pigeon Island National Park where you can see Black Tip Reef Sharks, not to mention our water sports including water skiing, kayaks and body boards. Come explore the beautiful reefs and marine life of Trincomalee's underwater world. MORE FUN FOR LESS MONEY!!!
4.5 based on 457 reviews
Located on the beautiful Uppuveli beach in Trincomalee, Angel Diving offers scuba, snorkelling, whale/dolphin watching, boat trips, boogie board rental and fun tube rides. Come and discuss your needs with our professional team.
4.5 based on 104 reviews
Join us for an unforgettable cruise in Trincomalee! From 6:30 until 1:30 we offer unforgettable Dolphin and whale watching cruises. On board we will serve you a freshly prepared breakfast. After the whale and dolphin watching we give you the opportunity to snorkel, swim, stand up paddle and canoe under cliff with the famous Koneswaram Temple. When you come out of the water our chef will be waiting for you with his delicious lunch. Sail Lanka Charter is a spin off of the Building A Future Foundation. This non profit organization aims to educate Sri Lankan youth and create sustainable businesses to help further develop the country. The group teaches people technical skills, builds our own boats and charters them. Sail Lanka Charter is the largest sailing company in Sri Lanka and currently directly employs about 20 local employees and indirectly creates jobs, mainly in manufacturing and maintenance of boats and marina's, for more than 50 people.
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