Round Island Light, Trincomalee

Name: Round Island Light
Address: Trincomalee, Sri Lanka

#9 among attractions in Trincomalee

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The Round Island Lighthouse is an offshore lighthouse on Round Island in Trincomalee Bay, Sri Lanka and is operated and maintained by the Sri Lanka Ports Authority. The lighthouse was erected in 1863, originally it was a red light however in 1864 it was changed to white. ()

Coordinates: 8°30'46"N, 81°13'34"E

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Trincomalee Sri Lanka

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Round Island Light – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Koneswaram temple, Gokanna Vihara, Kinniya Bridge, Pathirakali Amman Temple.

5 miN
Temple, Sacred and religious sites, Hindu temple
Koneswaram temple, Trincomalee
128 min walk • Perched atop Swami Rock overlooking the azure waters of the Indian Ocean, the Koneswaram Temple stands as a testament to the rich cultural tapestry of Trincomalee, Sri Lanka. This sacred Hindu temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, is a beacon of spiritual significance...
4.5 miN
Temple
Gokanna Vihara, Trincomalee
116 min walk • Gokanna Vihara, an ancient Buddhist temple, stands majestically in the coastal city of Trincomalee, Sri Lanka. This sacred site, also known as Thiriyai Vihara, is steeped in history and spiritual significance, offering a serene retreat for pilgrims and tourists alike.
2.4 miW
Bridge
Kinniya Bridge
62 min walk • Kinniya Bridge is the longest bridge in Sri Lanka with a length of 396 metres. It crosses the lagoon area surrounded by Koddiyar Bay and Tambalagam Bay.
4.3 miN
Temple, Sacred and religious sites
Pathirakali Amman Temple, Trincomalee
110 min walk • The Pathirakali Amman Temple, nestled in the coastal city of Trincomalee in Sri Lanka, is a vibrant hub of spiritual fervor and architectural splendor. Dedicated to the goddess Bhadrakali, a form of the divine feminine Kali, this Hindu temple is a beacon of religious...
4 miN
Maritime museum, Museum
Maritime and Naval History Museum, Trincomalee
103 min walk • The Maritime and Naval History Museum is a Maritime museum located at Trincomalee, Sri Lanka. It has been established near to Fort Fredrick where the Dutch first landed to the island in the 16th century.
3.8 miN
Harbor
Trincomalee Harbour, Trincomalee
96 min walk • Trincomalee Harbour is a seaport in Trincomalee Bay or Koddiyar Bay, a large natural harbour situated on the northeastern coast of Sri Lanka.
3.4 miSW
Bridge
Upparu Bridge
86 min walk • Upparu Bridge is a road bridge across Uppu Aru in eastern Sri Lanka. The bridge was formally opened on 19 October 2011. The bridge is 315 m long.
3.6 miS
Bridge
Gangai Bridge
93 min walk • Gangai Bridge is a road bridge across Mahavali Gangai in eastern Sri Lanka. The bridge was formally opened on 19 October 2011. The bridge is 245 m long.
4 miSE
Bridge
Ralkuli Bridge
103 min walk • Ralkuli Bridge is a road bridge in eastern Sri Lanka. The bridge was formally opened on 19 October 2011. The bridge is 175 m long.
2.7 miN
Museum, Military museum
Hoods Tower Museum, Trincomalee
68 min walk • The Hoods Tower Museum is a naval museum of the Sri Lanka Navy in Trincomalee. It is located at Ostenburg, in the Trincomalee peninsula on a high ridge overlooking the entrance to the inner harbor of Trincomalee within the SLN Dockyard.