Sri Lanka, Sept. 9 -- A destination that offers pristine beaches, ancient maritime history, beautiful underwater dive sites and succulent seafood should motivate anyone to travel and experience the bliss of Trincomalee. This narrative is based on five visits made to this area over the past few years. Trincomalee has something to captivate everyone.

A kovil and a fort

The Koneshwaram Kovil is a popular Hindu landmark in this province. The kovil dates back to the 12th century. The edifice was originally built on Swami Rock overlooking the vast ocean. According to local legend, there was a turbulent storm which caused the waves to rise and crash on the rocks. Exposed to the powerful waves, the kovil is said to have been dislodged into the ...