Places to visit in Puttalam

Lagoons and salt pans, dolphins off Kalpitiya and the forests of Wilpattu.

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Places to see

Beach

Kalpitiya

Kalpitiya

A sandy peninsula of lagoons, known for dolphin watching and kitesurfing.

Best time: Nov–Apr

Wildlife

Wilpattu National Park

Vanathavilluwa

Sri Lanka’s largest national park, with forest, natural lakes called villus and leopards.

Best time: Feb–Oct

Spiritual

Munneswaram Temple

Chilaw

An ancient Hindu temple complex near Chilaw, one of the Pancha Ishwarams.

Best time: Jan–Sep

Food to try in Puttalam

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