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Mirissa
South Coast
A palm-fringed crescent bay famous for blue-whale watching and golden-hour beach bars.
View detailsA mellow fishing town with a forgiving beach break ideal for first-time surfers and surf schools. Just east, the famous stilt fishermen perch over the waves at Koggala.
Things to see & do
- Take a beginner surf lesson
- Photograph the stilt fishermen
- Boat to Taprobane Island viewpoint
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