Beach
Mirissa
South Coast
A palm-fringed crescent bay famous for blue-whale watching and golden-hour beach bars.
View detailsThe south coast at its most serene — long, uncrowded beaches, turtle-nesting bays, and stylish small hotels. A peaceful base near the Mulkirigala rock temple and the wildlife parks of the southeast.
Things to see & do
- Relax on secluded beaches
- Watch nesting sea turtles (in season)
- Visit Mulkirigala rock monastery
- Swim at Hiriketiya bay
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