π A brief description about Kosgoda town. π
Kosgoda is a small town in the Galle district, southern province, Sri Lanka. It is situated on on the southwestern coast of Sri Lanka, approximately 50 Km north of Galle and 76 Km south of Colombo.
Kosgoda town is specially famous for turtle nesting areas. Also, 5 of theo 7 species of turtles on the local coast live in this city. In 1981 a turtle hatchery was established to protect the eggs of sea turtles that lay their eggs on the beaches.
Apart from this, Kosgoda town is famous for its beautiful beaches, Kosgoda river and traditional fishing industry. Also, home to a number of Hotels, Villa and small guesthouses, this city is another one of the most beautiful and favourite places to stay for tourists.
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Also , the local economy of this city is largely dependent on fishing industry, tourism industry and coconut, cinnamon related products. Kosgoda town in particular is known to be home to several small-scale factories producing coconut-related products.
Also, this city, which has a long history of Buddhist pilgrimage, has nearly eighty temples. Among these, the most notable temple is the Kosgoda Rajamaha Viharaya, a buddhist Rajamaha temple dating back to the 16th century.
In recent years, Kosgoda has become a popular destination for eco-tourism. In addition to its turtle hatchery, the town also offers opportunities for bird watching, canoeing and other outdoor activities. The nearby beaches and forests are home to a variety of wildlife.
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