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Ahangama to Hambantota

Updated: March 12, 2024 09:08 AM
Hambantota

Ahangama to Hambantota - Language, Currency, Distance, How to Reach, Expenses, Best time to go, What to Eat, Where to Go, FAQ

Language

The official languages of Sri Lanka are Sinhala and Tamil. However, English is widely spoken in tourist areas.

Currency

The currency of Sri Lanka is the Sri Lankan rupee (LKR).

Distance

The distance between Ahangama and Hambantota is approximately 150 kilometers (93 miles).

How to Reach

There are several ways to get from Ahangama to Hambantota:

  • By bus: There are several buses that run between Ahangama and Hambantota. The journey takes around 3-4 hours.
  • By train: There are no direct trains from Ahangama to Hambantota. However, you can take a train from Ahangama to Colombo and then transfer to a train to Hambantota. The journey takes around 4-5 hours.
  • By car: The drive from Ahangama to Hambantota takes around 2-3 hours.

Expenses

The cost of getting from Ahangama to Hambantota will vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. Here is a rough estimate of the costs:

  • By bus: LKR 500-1000
  • By train: LKR 1000-1500
  • By car: LKR 2000-3000

Best time to go

The best time to visit Hambantota is during the dry season, which runs from December to April. However, the weather in Hambantota is generally mild year-round.

What to Eat

Hambantota is known for its seafood, so be sure to try some of the local dishes, such as:

  • Seafood curry
  • Fish ambul thiyal
  • Cuttlefish curry

Where to Go

There are several places to visit in Hambantota, including:

  • Hambantota Fort
  • Yala National Park
  • Bundala National Park
  • Kataragama Temple

FAQ

Here are some frequently asked questions about getting from Ahangama to Hambantota:

  • What is the cheapest way to get from Ahangama to Hambantota? The cheapest way to get from Ahangama to Hambantota is by bus.
  • What is the fastest way to get from Ahangama to Hambantota? The fastest way to get from Ahangama to Hambantota is by car.
  • Is it safe to travel from Ahangama to Hambantota? Yes, it is safe to travel from Ahangama to Hambantota.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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