Lakes & reservoirs
Puttalam Lagoon
Puttalam District
A large coastal lagoon with mangroves, fishing communities and expansive water views.
Anawilundawa Bird Sanctuary
Puttalam District
A wetland sanctuary known for birdlife, tanks and diverse habitats.
- Best time to visit
- Early morning
- Opening hours
- No verified fixed opening hours; daylight visits recommended.
- Entry fee
- To verify
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
Highlights
- Wetland birdwatching
- Reservoir landscapes
- Nature photography
Anawilundawa features wetlands and interconnected water bodies that attract resident and migratory birds. It is especially suitable for birdwatching and photography.
Cover photo: Gobalakrishnan Thuvaragan, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons Source: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File%3AAnawilundawa_Wetland_Sanctuary_in_Anawilundawa.jpg License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0. Image displayed as a cover thumbnail.
How to get there
Access from the Puttalam–Colombo coastal road near Arachchikattuwa.
Tips for visitors
Keep noise low; do not disturb nesting birds.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Anawilundawa Bird Sanctuary located?
Anawilundawa Bird Sanctuary is in Anawilundawa, Arachchikattuwa, Puttalam District, Sri Lanka.
What should visitors know before visiting Anawilundawa Bird Sanctuary?
Keep noise low; do not disturb nesting birds.
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