Nilaveli

Nearby Attractions

• Uppuveli Beach

It is a beach with a broad shoreline and a sea that is calm and crystal clean. Uppuveli Beach is smaller than Nilaveli Beach, but it is a great place for scuba diving, with multiple shipwrecks going back to European colonialism. Local reefs are quite popular and wonderful to explore. The beach is ideal for peaceful and enjoyable beach vacations, as well as seeing spectacular sunrises.

Distance: 13 Km

• Fort Fredrick

The Portuguese built Fort Fredrick, which was completed in 1624. There was a Hindu temple at the site, which was demolished by the Portuguese, who used the material to construct the fortification. The Dutch conquered the stronghold in 1665 and extended it to its current size.

Distance: 18.5 Km

• Koneswaram Hindu Temple

This is the temple that the Portuguese destroyed to make way for their fortifications.

After idol figures, carved columns, and elephant head sculptures were unearthed at the bottom of the bay in 1956, the Hindu Temple was restored in 1963. Inside the fortress, it was built on a high rocky peninsula surrounded on three sides by the sea.

Distance: 18.5 Km

• Historical Velgam Temple

This is an ancient Buddhist monastic complex that was constructed in the second century BC. Here you can find the ruins of brick stupas, stone Buddha statues, guard stones, plain moonstones, stone baths, image houses, and a stone inscription, all of which are elements of a Buddhist monastery.

Distance: 15 Km

• Kinniya Hot Water Spring

There are seven springs that are just 3 to 4 feet deep with a transparent bottom. The temperature is rather high. However, it varies from spring to spring.

People say that this hot water is beneficial for certain skin problems and has the ability to heal Arthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis.

Distance: 18 Km

• Marble Bay Beach

It is also known as Marble Beach, and it is yet another beautiful beach in Sri Lanka. When the sun shines brightly and the sea is calm, the surface shines like marble, giving rise to the name. The beach is ideal for a day trip.

Distance: 30 Km

• Pigeon Island Marine National Park

Pigeon Island is a marine sanctuary off the coast of Nilaveli with lovely blue waters. The coral reef is frequently visited by Blacktip Reef Sharks and turtle species such as Oliver Ridley, Hawksbill, and Green Turtles.

Distance: 9.5 Km

The most popular nearby attraction: Pigeon Island (9 Km)