Kinniya Bridge

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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. It links Trincomalee with Kinniya, enabling civilians to cross the Kinniya lagoon to reach Kinniya and Muttur areas by the A15 highway. The bridge was completed and declared open on 20 October 2009 by President Mahinda Rajapaksa. Prior to that, the Manampitiya Bridge was Sri Lanka's longest bridge. The bridge was built with the financial assistance of the Saudi Arabian government. ()

Local name: කින්නියා පාලම Opened: 20 October 2009 (15 years ago)Coordinates: 8°30'25"N, 81°11'29"E

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TrincomaleeSri Lanka

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Kinniya Bridge – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Koneswaram temple, Gokanna Vihara, Pathirakali Amman Temple, Maritime and Naval History Museum.

6.4 miNE
Temple, Sacred and religious sites, Hindu temple
Koneswaram temple, Trincomalee
163 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...
5.9 miNE
Temple
Gokanna Vihara, Trincomalee
150 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.
5.5 miNE
Temple, Sacred and religious sites
Pathirakali Amman Temple, Trincomalee
140 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...
5.4 miNE
Maritime museum, Museum
Maritime and Naval History Museum, Trincomalee
137 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.
4.9 miNE
Harbor
Trincomalee Harbour, Trincomalee
126 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.
2.7 miS
Bridge
Upparu Bridge
69 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.
4.2 miSE
Bridge
Gangai Bridge
107 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.
2.4 miE
Lighthouse
Round Island Light, Trincomalee
62 min walk • 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.
5.3 miSE
Bridge
Ralkuli Bridge
136 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.
3.4 miNE
Museum, Military museum
Hoods Tower Museum, Trincomalee
88 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.