Through The Village Of Passekudah A New Found Lankan Delight
A hidden gem in Eastern Sri Lanka, Passekuda for too long has been Sri Lankas best kept secret
. With the end of the civil war, Passekudahs beauty and majesty has slowly been unraveling inviting hundreds of tourists to its un-spoilt and amazing coastline.
Passekudah is a small fishing village located on the Eastern province of Sri Lanka. It has a very humble and pure essence to it and the locals here are warm and friendly. But what really puts this little village on the map is its unique coastline that boasts a shallow stretch of water and amazing corals that goes 300m in to the sea. That is not all, the Passekudah coastline has a quiet bay with deeper waters ideal for activities like fishing and diving. One can indulge in an array of water based activities in Passekudah. Snorkeling is a tremendous pleasure in these waters as it boasts an array of exotic sea cucumbers, branching corals and a number of different reef fish. But what people are almost always fascinated about Passekudah is how you can walk several meters into the sea with water coming only up to the waist. With year round sunshine, wide stretches of Golden sand and the soothing calm waters, this is a perfect village to relax in any time you feel the need to get away. You dont have to wait for the right season because in Passekudah it is always right. The beautiful Passekudah coastline stretches a total of 4 km and is by the side of Kalkudah, another interesting village with an amazing coastline. Plan a trip to cover the two regions and enjoy activities like windsurfing and waterskiing. For some sightseeing in the village there is a Dutch fort nearby or better yet visit the Batticaloa lagoon at night time particularly during the full moon and enjoy the company of singing fish.
To enjoy a Sri Lanka Resort in Passekudah, choose the Maalu Maalu Resort & Spa. This is one of the finest of Sri Lanka Boutique Hotels that gives you an opportunity to enjoy the amazing village of Passekudah in comfort, style and luxury.