Mirissa beach, Sandy beach in Mirissa, Sri Lanka
The white sand beach stretches along the southern coast of Sri Lanka, featuring clear waters and palm trees bordering the shoreline.
The beach area transformed from a small fishing village into a tourist destination after the first accommodation establishment opened in 1980.
Local fishermen continue their traditional practices at the Mirissa harbor, bringing in daily catches of tuna, mullet, and snapper fish.
Visitors can reach the beach by taking a train to Weligama station and completing the journey with a short tuk-tuk ride to the shore.
The waters off Mirissa Beach provide observation points for blue whales and spinner dolphins during morning boat excursions.
Location: Southern Province
Location: Mirissa
GPS coordinates: 5.94722,80.45139
Latest update: March 14, 2025 12:40
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