Eastern coast of Sri Lanka, that is where the sun kisses the earth with its first ray has a rich geomorphology of being filled with water and greens. Their lagoons and beaches are also renowned for having tiny islets and islands which also gives space for rich corals and mangrove ecosystems welcoming migratory birds, ornamental fish, mollusks and crab species and even wild crocs and snakes.
Nasivanthivu
Nasivanthivu is a beautiful lagoon island that is filled with several mangrove patches rich in flora and fauna. This small island has a little population of people living in it and most of them rely on lagoon and marine fishing as major income sources. This little lagoon island is a typical example of a village that is fed by rich mangroves.
Sallithivu
Sallithivu, by its name in tamil is known as the coral island, this little island is frequently visited by nature enthusiasts. This is absolutely a coral island and the shore of the island is covered up by piled up dead corals creating a unique landscape. It is more appropriate for bird watching as well. There we can see many migratory birds and it gives a beautiful experience to be felt.
Lankapatuna beach
Lankapatuna beach is literally the shore near Lanka patuna viharaya that has a historical potential. This beach is known to be occupying the highest point of seacoast in Sri Lanka. This significance brings it the best view too. Beyond its historical significance, this beach is one solid place to bring peace into busy minds.
Pigeon island
Trincomalee is known to have this significant landscape and geomorphology of having huge rocks along the coasts of Sri Lanka. These rocky islands and islets, also give space for many significant aquatic species. Pigeon island is known for its coral beds and also it has a uniqueness of hosting a large number of Sri Lankan doves that live in the rocky edges.
