Batticaloa Kallady Beach

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Kallady & Navalady Peninsula Beach


This long beach follows the peninsula all the way north to the end. The swimming is usually good. With a bike, you can explore the beach, which has access at numerous places from Navalady Rd. Some areas have more shade than others.


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