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Hikkaduwa
Town in Sri Lanka / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Hikkaduwa is a coastal town in south-west of Sri Lanka. It's a world famous beach holiday destination,[2] well known for its scenic beaches , coral reef sanctuary, surfing and nightlife.[3]
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Hikkaduwa
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Coordinates: 6°8′50″N 80°6′37″E | |
Country | Sri Lanka |
Province | Southern Province |
District | Galle District |
Areas | Sri Lankan town Tourist area Thiranagama |
Beaches | Hikkaduwa Beach Narigama Beach |
Population | |
• Total | 101,342 |
Time zone | UTC+5:30 (Sri Lanka Standard Time Zone) |
Postal Code | 80240[1] |
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Hikkaduwa might be the most popular surf spot on the Sri Lankan south-west coast.[4]
Located in the Galle District, Hikkaduwa is divided into three main areas (from north to south) : the Sri Lankan town, then the very lively tourist area, then the upmarket area[5][6]Thiranagama.