Negombo Beach

Situated on a lagoon to the north of Colombo in Sri Lanka, Negombo has gradually emerged as one of the favorite tourist destinations. With a lush green nature around, the deep blue ocean, the serene atmosphere and picturesque views, Negombo stands unique as a tourist place. Negombo Beach provides information on the exotic beaches in this 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 on Negombo Beach 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, and yet will be unaware of the time passing by !

Negombo 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. In some of the beaches, you will get to see the fishermen preparing themselves to set sail for new ventures. Here you will see some old fishing implements including the outrigger canoes and the sailboats. You can also see some of them returning with a boat full of fresh catch. It is on the Negombo Beach where you are most likely to catch up a glimpse of some of the rare, unique and typical sea fish. You can also try out some in the local restaurants. 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. Some of the popular bars and clubs by the beach sides are Rudis Bar and Club Tropicana.

Negombo Beach states that some of the hotels and resorts possess their own private beaches which are meant exclusively for their guests who are able to enjoy utmost seclusion and safety. Goldie Sands and Negombo Beach Hotel are two of such hotels in Negombo.

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.