Tangalle

6.016666780.7833333Koordinaten: 6 ° 1 ' N, 80 ° 47'

Tangalle ( Sinhala තංගල්ල Tangal ː ə ) is a small town in southern Sri Lanka.

The name means " protruding rock " and refers to the rocks that form the coast in the area of ​​the city, while in nähreren environment otherwise lie mainly sandy beaches. Tangalle is a fishing port of regional significance and a lower center of tourism. In the city center there is an old Dutch fort, which is now used as a prison. The city serves as the starting point for visits to the nearby rock temple of Mulkirigala.

  • Southern Province (Sri Lanka)
  • Location in Sri Lanka
Districts of Sri Lanka Hambantota District Sinhala language
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