Places to visit in Batticaloa

Lagoons, the calm bay at Pasikudah and a Dutch fort on the east coast.

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Places to see

Beach

Pasikudah

Manmunai West

A shallow, calm bay on the east coast, good for swimming.

Best time: Apr–Sep

Heritage

Batticaloa Fort

Manmunai North

A small Dutch fort on an island in the Batticaloa lagoon.

Best time: Apr–Sep

Food to try in Batticaloa

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Timings, permits and prices change. Check official sources before you travel.