Paul Wagnor
Arugam Bay is a location in Sri Lanka which offers many attractions for visitors. In this locality you will find many interesting things to do be it surfing or cultural tours.
The Arugam Bay area is renowned as an outstanding location for surfing. In fact this locality is considered to be one of the world's most highly regarded surfing locations. Here you will encounter splendid waves that are impressive in size. The ideal period for surfing at Arugam Bay is considered to be the interval from the month of May to the month of November. The best spots for surfing here are the breaks known by the names of 'Pottuvil Point' and 'The Point' as well as 'Crocodile Rock'. On the other hand for diving you can rent a boat and venture out to the Basses Reefs which is considered to be a prime diving location.
Magul Maha Viharaya is a noteworthy cultural attraction that will undoubtedly capture the interest of the visitor. This fascinating cultural site is considered to inherit a historical legacy stretching back many centuries. Different claims are made regarding the date of its construction; some say that it was constructed by King Dhatusena who ruled the Kingdom of Anuradhapura in the 6th century whilst others maintain that it was the work of King Kavantissa in the 2nd century BC. This site contains many attractions including striking architecture as well as large lily ponds that will captivate the visitor.
In proximity to Arugam Bay you will find the picturesque Pottuvil Lagoon which is always an engrossing place to explore. A tour of this beautiful lagoon is sure to be an enthralling experience. If you choose to venture out into this lagoon in a boat you will have the opportunity to view the intriguing local mangrove marshes which always present a captivating sight. These picturesque marshes are filled with colourful birds as well as creatures like crocodiles, elephants and various kinds of lizards. These attractions can be easily accessed whilst staying at one of the outstanding Pottuvil hotels such as the appealing Kottukal Beach House by Jetwing
Arugam Bay is noted for its outstanding varieties of wildlife which are sure to capture the imagination of the nature lover. To view wildlife such as deer, wild boar, crocodiles and elephants you should depart on a tour in the early morning or at the hour of sunset as these are the best times for viewing wildlife. Also in proximity is the expansive Yala National Park, a sanctuary that is considered to be one of Sri Lanka's foremost eco-tourism sites. Here you will find many engrossing creatures such as leopards, sloth bears, elephants, different kinds of mongoose, sambar, mugger crocodiles, wild boar, civets and many others.
