Hikkaduwa

Hikkaduwa
හික්කඩුව
கிக்கடுவை
Hikkaduwa is located in Sri Lanka
Hikkaduwa
Hikkaduwa
Coordinates: 6°8′50″N 80°6′37″E / 6.14722°N 80.11028°E / 6.14722; 80.11028
CountrySri Lanka
ProvinceSouthern Province
DistrictGalle District
AreasSri Lankan town
Tourist area
Thiranagama
BeachesHikkaduwa Beach
Narigama Beach
Population
 • Total101,342
Time zoneUTC+5:30 (Sri Lanka Standard Time Zone)
Postal Code
80240[1]

Hikkaduwa is a coastal town in south-west of Sri Lanka. It's a world famous beach holiday destination,[2] well known for its scenic beaches [1], coral reef sanctuary, surfing and nightlife.[3]

Hikkaduwa might be the most popular surf spot on the Sri Lankan south-west coast.[4]

Located in the Galle District, Hikkaduwa is divided into three main areas (from north to south) : the Sri Lankan town, then the very lively tourist area, then the upmarket area[5][6]Thiranagama.

  1. ^ "Hikkaduwa Post Office – Sri Lanka Postal Codes". Mohanjith. Archived from the original on 21 March 2017. Retrieved 19 October 2015.
  2. ^ Leo Land Travels
  3. ^ "Insider's Guide To Hikkaduwa, Sri Lanka: Surf, Sharks & Epic Parties". Eats & Retreats Guide. 16 November 2018. Retrieved 21 December 2023.
  4. ^ The Surf Atlas
  5. ^ Suite Lanka
  6. ^ Thiranagama GN