Rekawa Lagoon

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Rekawa Lagoon is a scenic coastal lagoon located in the southern part of Sri Lanka near Tangalle. Surrounded by mangroves, wetlands, and lush vegetation, the lagoon forms an important natural habitat that supports a variety of wildlife and contributes to the ecological richness of the region.

The lagoon ecosystem is home to numerous bird species, fish, crustaceans, and aquatic plants. Mangrove forests along the shoreline provide shelter for wildlife and help protect the coastline from erosion while maintaining a balanced environment for marine and freshwater species.

Visitors to Rekawa Lagoon can enjoy peaceful boat rides, birdwatching, and nature photography while exploring the calm waters and surrounding landscapes. The area offers a quiet and relaxing experience for nature lovers interested in observing Sri Lanka's wetland ecosystems.

The best time to visit Rekawa Lagoon is during the dry season from December to April, when weather conditions are favorable for outdoor activities. Easily accessible from Tangalle, the lagoon offers a refreshing natural escape with opportunities to experience the region's wildlife and coastal beauty.

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About Hambantota District

Hambantota is a rural town in southeastern coastal area of Sri Lanka. It is also the capital of the Hambantota District in the Southern Province of  Sri Lanka. Approximately 240 kms from Colombo, Hambantota is in the midst of transformation into a strategic port and commercial centre, undergoing extensive infrastructure development. Flanked by sweeping sandy beaches, Hambantota is a convenient location from which to visit nearby sights.

The Bundala National Park lays 20 km east of Hambantota and the Weerawila Sanctuary a little further off. The Ruhuna National Park and the Kataragama Temple are other attractions that can be accessed easily from this city.

About Southern Province

The Southern Province of Sri Lanka is a small geographic area consisting of the districts of Galle, Matara and Hambantota. Subsistence farming and fishing is the main source of income for the vast majority of the people of this region.

Important landmarks of the Southern Province include the wildlife sanctuaries of the Yala and Udawalawe National Parks, the holy city of Kataragama, and the ancient cities of Tissamaharama, Kirinda and Galle. (Although Galle is an ancient city, almost nothing survives from before the Portuguese invasion.) During the Portuguese period there were two famous Sinhalese poets called Andare who was from Dickwella and Gajaman Nona who was from Denipitiya in Matara District, composing poems on common man.

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