Friday, May 14, 2010

Negambo Beach


Negombo is Sri Lanka's most popular fishing village, situated on a strand separating the sea from an ancient lagoon only 15 minutes from the country's international airport. It is a hip tourist town famous for its superb seafood , fresh fruit and excellent health retreats.Situated on a lagoon to the north of Colombo in Sri Lanka. With a lush green nature around, the deep blue ocean, the serene atmosphere and picturesque views, Negombo stands unique as a tourist place.The extensive stretches of beaches are the most attractive and gorgeous sites in Negombo. Walking on these beaches early morning and in the evening gives an exclusive delight to the senses. You can view a splendid sunrise or a stunning sunset by the beaches. Sunbathing is another pleasurable experience. With the lush palm groves as the backdrop, and the expansive deep blue ocean in front, the beaches offer charming natural views. You can spend hours after hours getting soaked in such enticing beauty.Beach is also a fisherman's paradise. It is a traditional fishing town of Sri Lanka. Fishing is carried out on an elaborate scale in Negombo.The fresh seafood in Negombo is indeed a thing to relish and cherish. Dishes of prawns, lobsters and crabs can be savored in such beach restaurants like Silva's Beach Restaurant and Bar, Blue Moon, Sensuchi, and Alt Saarbrucken. Negombo Beach offers some major beach attractions. To name a few of them are Negombo Lagoon, St. Mary's Church, and Portuguese Fort and Dutch Cemetery. There are many small yet interesting shops by the beach which display antique items, souvenirs, T-shirts and handicrafts.


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