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Trincomalee (also referred to as Trinco) has always been an important eastern town throughout Sri Lanka's history.
In recent years it has been a place of much civil unrest, but is now open again to visitors. The town is best known for its harbor which is the biggest natural harbor in the world, which have seen the ships of the Portuguese, Dutch and British, among others, over the centuries.
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Suggested itinerary featuring Trincomalee
This sample itinerary will give you an idea of what is possible when you travel in Trincomalee, and showcases routes we know work particularly well. Treat this as inspiration, because your trip will be created uniquely by one of our specialists.
Places near Trincomalee
- Minneriya National Park 74 kilometers away
- Polonnaruwa 75 kilometers away
- Passikudah 81 kilometers away
- The Cultural Triangle 87 kilometers away
- Sigiriya 87 kilometers away
- Anuradhapura 95 kilometers away
- Dambulla 101 kilometers away
- Pallepola 126 kilometers away
- Kandy 157 kilometers away
- Jaffna 183 kilometers away
- Nuwara Eliya 186 kilometers away
- Bandarawela 196 kilometers away
- Hatton 200 kilometers away
- Horton Plains 202 kilometers away
- Adam's Peak 212 kilometers away
- Negombo 217 kilometers away
- Yala National Park 225 kilometers away
- Udawalawe National Park 233 kilometers away
- Colombo 239 kilometers away
- Wadduwa 256 kilometers away
- Sinharaja Biosphere 258 kilometers away
- Bentota 275 kilometers away
- Tangalle 288 kilometers away
- The Southern Coast 302 kilometers away
- Galle 304 kilometers away
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Accommodation choices for Trincomalee
We've selected a range of accommodation options for when you visit Trincomalee. Our choices usually come recommended for their character, facilities and service or location. Our specialists always aim to suggest properties that match your preferences.
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