Anaipanthi Pillaiyar Kovil, Batticaloa

#7 among attractions in Batticaloa

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Anaipanthi Pillaiyar Kovil is a place located in Batticaloa (Batticaloa district) and belongs to the category of temple.

It is situated at an altitude of 59 feet, and its geographical coordinates are 7°42'30"N latitude and 81°41'38"E longitude.

Among other places and attractions worth visiting in the area are: Batticaloa Gate (bridge, 14 min walk), Batticaloa Museum (museum, 16 min walk), Batticaloa fort (historical place, 17 min walk).

Coordinates: 7°42'30"N, 81°41'38"E

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Anaipanthi Pillaiyar Kovil – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Batticaloa fort, Kallady Bridge, Batticaloa Museum, Church of Our Lady of Presentation.

0.6 miNE
Ruins of a waterside fort built in 1628
Batticaloa fort, Batticaloa
17 min walk • The Batticaloa Fort was built by the Portuguese in 1628 and was captured by the Dutch on 18 May 1638. From 1795, the fort was used by the British.
1.2 miNE
Bridge
Kallady Bridge, Batticaloa
30 min walk • Kallady Bridge is a road bridge in eastern Sri Lanka. It crosses the Batticaloa Lagoon at Batticaloa. The bridge is part of the A4 Colombo-Batticaloa highway.
0.6 miE
Museum
Batticaloa Museum, Batticaloa
16 min walk • Batticaloa Museum is a small museum, which is located in inside of Batticaloa Fort, Batticaloa. It was founded in 1999. The museum has rare stuff such as Palm-leaf manuscripts, British era government items, tools and utensils.
0.8 miN
Church
Church of Our Lady of Presentation, Batticaloa
21 min walk • Church of Our Lady of Presentation is a church of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Batticaloa in Thandavanveli. The church is one of a landmarks and catholic historical places in the district of Batticaloa, Sri Lanka. According to the recorded documents, it is known as the first and oldest church in the district.
0.5 miNE
Bridge
Batticaloa Gate, Batticaloa
14 min walk • Batticaloa Gate is monument, which was used as port to connect Puliyanthivu with the mainland of Batticaloa, Sri Lanka. The place believed as landing site of Rev. William Ault, who was the first Methodist missionary to Batticaloa, in 1814. His statue can be seen closer to the Batticaloa Gate.

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Which popular attractions are close to Anaipanthi Pillaiyar Kovil?

Nearby attractions include Batticaloa Gate, Batticaloa (14 min walk), Batticaloa Museum, Batticaloa (16 min walk), Batticaloa fort, Batticaloa (17 min walk), Church of Our Lady of Presentation, Batticaloa (21 min walk).

Anaipanthi Pillaiyar Kovil, Batticaloa

Facts and practical information

Batticaloa plan & book

Anaipanthi Pillaiyar Kovil – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Batticaloa fort, Batticaloa

Kallady Bridge, Batticaloa

Batticaloa Museum, Batticaloa

Church of Our Lady of Presentation, Batticaloa

Batticaloa Gate, Batticaloa

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Anaipanthi Pillaiyar Kovil?