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Tangalle

Tangalle, also called Tangalla, is more than just a town. It’s a busy centre in Sri Lanka’s Southern Province’s Hambantota District. Tangalle is known for having a significant impact on the southern province. An urban council runs it, with a mild temperature, sandy beaches, and much history and culture. It is 195 km south of Colombo and 35 km east of Matara. Its calm beaches and friendly, open environment make it the perfect tropical paradise.

Tangalle is a unique mix of community and custom. It is home to about 72,507 people living in 72 Grama Niladari divisions. This busy town is more than just a bunch of people; every street, beach, and face there tells a story of strength, history, and the southern Sri Lankan spirit that will never die.

Total Population

72,507

GN Divisions

72

Tangalle

Tangalle is proud of being an important fishing harbour because it is on one of Sri Lanka’s biggest bays and is protected from the ocean by a reef. This natural advantage makes Tangalle a popular place for tourists to visit and helps the local income through fishing. The old Dutch fort, which is now a jail, along with the Rest House and Court House, are important historical sites in the town. They are vivid reminders of its colonial past and give visitors a look into the Dutch and British periods of Sri Lankan history.

If you want to vacation in Tangalle, the best time is December to March or April. This is the best time to go to the beach to swim and snorkel because the weather is mostly dry and warm. On the other hand, it’s peak season so that the beaches will be packed with people. It is essential to know about Sri Lanka’s monsoon seasons. From May to September, the southwest monsoon affects the south and west; from October to January, the northeast monsoon affects the north and east.

GN CodeName 
005Sudarshanagama
010Pattiyapola West
015Thalunna
020Andupalana
025Kadiragoda
030Gotaimbaragama
035Kattakaduwa North
040Kattakaduwa South
045Ranna East
050Ranna West
055Vigamuwa
060Pattiyapola East
065Pattiyapola South
070Vitharandeniya North
075Thenagama South
080Thenagama North
085Thalapitiyagama
090Athgalmulla
095Uduwilagoda
100Vitharandeniya South
105Aluthgoda
110Palathuduwa
115Marakolliya
120Medagama
125Netolpitiya North
130Netolpitiya South
135Wadigala
140Kahandawa
145Nidahasgama West
150Nidahasgama East
155Kahandamodara
160Gurupokuna
165Wella Odaya
170Rekawa East
175Rekawa West
180Medilla
185Walgameliya
190Godawanagoda
195Wagegoda
200Nalagama East
205Siyambalagoda
210Nalagama West
215Polommaruwa North
220Danketiya
225Medaketiya
230Kotuwe Goda
235Indipokunagoda North
240Polommaruwa South
245Kadurupokuna East
250Indipokunagoda South
255Pallikkudawa Urban
260Pallikkudawa Rural
265Kadurupokuna South
270Kadurupokuna North
275Kadurupokuna West
280Seenimodara West
285Seenimodara East
290Unakooruwa West
295Unakooruwa East
300Moraketiara East
305Moraketiara West
310Pahajjawa
315Mahawela
320Ihalagoda
325Nakulugamuwa South
330Kudawella North
335Kudawella Central
340Kudawella East
345Mawella South
350Mawella North
355Kudawella South
360Kudawella West
  • Police Station: +94 472 240 222
  • Hospital: +94 472 240 261
  • Tourism Hotline: 1912

Places to Visit and Things to Do In Tangalle

Accommodation Options in Tangalle

There are many places to stay in Tangalle, so there is something for every traveller’s taste and price. Finding a comfortable and memorable stay in Tangalle is easy, whether looking for a fancy seaside resort or a cosy boutique hotel.

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