Joanna James
Staying off the beaten track, Pasikuda is home to some of the untouched, most pristine beaches of Sri Lanka. With the famous shallow seafront with welcoming waters, the endless array of water sports, and plenty of interesting sites to explore, you will never run out of things to do in Pasikuda.
The turquoise blue waters of this coastal resort town are all about exhilarating water sports. The thrill-seekers waiting to get their adrenaline pumping can do some jet skiing or surfing, while the faint-hearted can go on a banana boat ride or kayaking. Regardless of how you choose to spend your time in the water, you are guaranteed to treat yourself to an epic adventure.
The shallow seafront with welcoming waters makes Pasikuda beach one of the most secure spots in the country to go swimming in the sea. Unlike most other beaches in Sri Lanka, Pasikuda has the perfect coastal conditions that allow anyone to have an exhilarating beach time in the water. Even if you are not feeling like getting yourself in the water, you could still hang out on the beach and soak up the beauty of this exotic destination.
To make things even better, Pasikuda has some of the best Sri Lanka beach resorts, where you could experience luxury holiday living, including properties the likes of Maalu Maalu.
If you are interested in taking a break from the shores and learning more about the lifestyle of the people of the east, Bridge Market is the place to be. Located approximately 30 kilometres away from Pasikuda, the Bridge Market in Batticaloa town is where many locals get their essential food items. While you might not be that interested in the local produce available here, you can pick up some unique Sri Lankan items, such as wooden carvings, artworks, and traditional clothes to take back home.
Batticaloa Dutch Fort is undoubtedly one of the well-preserved colonial architectural sites in Sri Lanka. It is also an important religious place for the Sri Lankan Buddhists since the Fort houses an ancient Stupa dating back to the 1st century BC. Apart from the rich history associated with this site, you will be greeted with open views of the coast, which will blow your mind. Don't forget to check out the Batticaloa Fort during your time in Pasikuda. It will be totally worth it.
There's a lot of talk about the pristine beaches on the east coast, but their lagoons are just as magnificent. The Batticaloa Lagoon is just one out of the three lagoons in the area, but it is the largest and certainly the most beautiful of them all. It only takes an hour to get to the lagoon from Pasikuda, and, without a doubt, it is the ideal place to spend your evening while enjoying the tranquil and gorgeous sunset.
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