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Dondra Lighthouse

Matara
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About

Tallest lighthouse in Sri Lanka and South Asia at 49 meters. Built in 1890 during British rule. Light visible up to 100 km. Located at southernmost point of Sri Lanka.

Highlights

Tallest in South Asia
1890 British era
49 meters high
Southernmost point

Visitor Information

Opening Hours

Dawn to Dusk

Entry Fee (Foreigners)

Low

Location

Matara, Matara, Southern Province

GPS: 5.9200, 80.5900

Best Time to Visit

Year-round

Difficulty

Easy

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