Mannar District, Administrative district in Northern Province, Sri Lanka
The district spans across 1,996 square kilometers of diverse landscapes, including coastal areas, wetlands, and dry zones in northwestern Sri Lanka.
Between the 5th century BC and 13th century AD, the region formed part of Rajarata before falling under Portuguese, Dutch, and British colonial control.
The district maintains a strong Catholic presence with numerous churches, including the ancient Madu Church, while incorporating Tamil and Sinhalese traditions.
The Mannar Bridge connects the island section to mainland Sri Lanka, facilitating transportation and access to essential services in the district capital.
Large baobab trees, introduced by Arab traders in the 15th century, stand as living markers of the district's maritime trading history.
Location: Northern Province
Website: http://ds.gov.lk/dist_mannar/english/
GPS coordinates: 8.86667,80.06667
Latest update: March 10, 2025 01:43
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Ruwanweli Maha Saya
68 km
Sethusamudram Shipping Canal Project
62.5 km
Gulf of Mannar Marine National Park
71.9 km
Jetavanaramaya
68.3 km
Wilpattu National Park
48.8 km
Abhayagiri vihāra
66 km
Thuparamaya
67.5 km
Isurumuniya
69.1 km
Shrine of Our Lady of Madhu
15 km
Lovamahapaya
68.4 km
Ranmasu Uyana
68.7 km
Mirisawetiya Vihara
68 km
Lankarama
65.7 km
Adam's Bridge Marine National Park
53.3 km
Iranamadu Tank
65 km
Dakkhina Stupa
68.8 km
Tissa Wewa
69 km
Sangupiddy Bridge
79.2 km
Mannar Fort
20.5 km
Kokavil transmission tower
58.5 km
Delft National Park
80.9 km
Anuradhapura Museum
68.1 km
Queen's Tower
77.7 km
St. Sebastian's Cathedral, Mannar
21.6 km
Pooneryn Fort
72.7 km
Archaeological Museum, Vavuniya
49.2 km
Talaimannar Lighthouse
45.6 kmReviews
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