Hotels in Batticaloa District, Sri Lanka

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Batticaloa District sits on Sri Lanka's east coast, with a hot tropical climate that stays around 86 F (30 C) year-round -- the dry season from May to September is best for swimming and snorkeling in the shallow, turquoise waters of Pasikudah Bay, while the wet season from October to January brings quieter streets and cheaper rooms at guesthouses near the lagoon. The district is famous for the 'singing fish' of Batticaloa Lagoon, a mysterious hum you can hear on moonlit nights between April and September, and for the Dutch-built Batticaloa Fort from 1628, where you can walk along the ramparts overlooking the lagoon. You can also explore the distinct areas -- in Batticaloa town, cycle past colorful Hindu temples and fish markets, while at Pasikudah, the calm bay lets you wade hundreds of feet offshore without the water reaching your waist.