An aerial view of Hiriketiya bay in Sri Lanka’s south coast. It’s a tranquil location that’s loved by surfers. Photo: David Burden An aerial view of Hiriketiya bay in Sri Lanka’s south coast. It’s a tranquil location that’s loved by surfers. Photo: David Burden
An aerial view of Hiriketiya bay in Sri Lanka’s south coast. It’s a tranquil location that’s loved by surfers. Photo: David Burden

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Lifestyle /  Travel & Leisure

A place to escape the crowds on Sri Lanka’s south coast, Hiriketiya is a little slice of paradise

  • Many visitors to Sri Lanka head for Unawatuna and Hikkaduwa, but with its beauty and laid-back bohemian vibe, Hiriketiya is a beacon of tranquillity
  • It’s heaven for surfers, and has sandy trails through swaying palms that lead to near- deserted beaches

Topic |   Asia travel
David Burden

Updated: 9:02pm, 7 Nov, 2019

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An aerial view of Hiriketiya bay in Sri Lanka’s south coast. It’s a tranquil location that’s loved by surfers. Photo: David Burden An aerial view of Hiriketiya bay in Sri Lanka’s south coast. It’s a tranquil location that’s loved by surfers. Photo: David Burden
An aerial view of Hiriketiya bay in Sri Lanka’s south coast. It’s a tranquil location that’s loved by surfers. Photo: David Burden
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