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Weligama, Southern

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Matara DistrictDistrict
WeligamaCity
About 144 km south of Colombo on the south coast, at an elevation of 9 metresApprox. location
Matara, AhangamaNearby major areas
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1New projects

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About the neighbourhood

  • Town on the south coast in Matara District
  • Name means sandy village, after its sandy bay
  • About 144 km south of Colombo
  • Taprobane Island sits just off the shore
  • Traditional stilt and outrigger fishing along the coast

Weligama is a town on the south coast of Sri Lanka, in Matara District, Southern Province, governed by an Urban Council. The name means sandy village and refers to the sweep of its sandy bay. It lies about 144 km south of Colombo at an elevation of 9 metres. Fishing boats, stilt fishermen and the small Taprobane Island off the shore are part of the bay's scenery, and a carved…

Weligama is a town on the south coast of Sri Lanka, in Matara District, Southern Province, governed by an Urban Council. The name means sandy village and refers to the sweep of its sandy bay. It lies about 144 km south of Colombo at an elevation of 9 metres. Fishing boats, stilt fishermen and the small Taprobane Island off the shore are part of the bay's scenery, and a carved rock figure stands nearby.

Photos of Weligama

Fishing boats in the turquoise bay at Weligama, Weligama
Fishing boats in the turquoise bay at WeligamaPhoto: Pierre André Leclercq, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons
Stilt fishermen on poles in the surf off Weligama, Weligama
Stilt fishermen on poles in the surf off WeligamaPhoto: Balou46, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons
Painted outrigger fishing boat on the Weligama beach, Weligama
Painted outrigger fishing boat on the Weligama beachPhoto: Pierre André Leclercq, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons
Long sandy Weligama beach and bay, Weligama
Long sandy Weligama beach and bayPhoto: Honeplus, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons
Weligama bus station, Weligama
Weligama bus stationPhoto: Ji-Elle, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons

Header photo: Pierre André Leclercq, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons

Developers building in the neighbourhood

Crystal Property Group1 project here: MIRA Weligama

Known Landmarks

Taprobane Island seen across the water from the Weligama shore
Taprobane Island seen across the water from the Weligama shorePhoto: aska fathima, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons

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Frequently Asked Questions

What new homes are available in Weligama?

LankaNewHomes currently lists 1 new project in Weligama: MIRA Weligama. Each listing page has the floor plans, amenities and developer details.

What is Weligama known for?

Weligama is known for its sandy bay, which gives the town its name meaning sandy village, along with traditional fishing and the small Taprobane Island off the coast.

Is Weligama close to Colombo?

Weligama is about 144 km south of Colombo, on the south coast in Matara District.

What types of new homes are being built in Weligama?

The projects listed in Weligama are apartments and condominiums (1 project).

Are there new apartment or condominium projects in Weligama?

Yes. New apartment and condominium projects listed in Weligama include MIRA Weligama.

Who is building new homes in Weligama?

The projects listed in Weligama are being built by Crystal Property Group. Each developer's page shows its other projects.

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