Negombo beach is a unique tourist attraction in the Gampaha district. Negombo is more important as a tourist destination because of its proximity to Katunayake. It is customary for foreign tourists to spend the last or first day of their trip in Negombo town and on the beach. The Negombo beach is about 22.5 miles long. Negombo Lagoon is surrounded by a belt of mangroves and ginpol.The Hamilton Canal runs through this lagoon. Negombo Lagoon is home to over 130 different species of fish. This is important for the protection of aquatic life as well as a port for seafaring.Moruwala on Negombo Island is considered to be a great place to bathe. As well as tourism, Negombo Lagoon is a place that contributes to the fishing activities of the people. There are a large number of tourist hotels along the coast. There is also a water sports training center here. This beach is especially famous for diving as well as surfing. Many local and foreign tourists can be seen on the Negombo coast every day. Negombo beach is one of the fascinating destinations on the map of the tourist of the world.
Access: Spread between Negombo, Thalahena, Pamunuwa, Seeduwa and Katunayake in Gampaha District.
