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Kanniya Hot Springs, located in Trincomalee, Sri Lanka, are renowned for their therapeutic properties and cultural significance. The natural hot water wells, believed to be over 2,500 years old, attract visitors seeking relaxation and healing benefits. Surrounded by lush greenery, these springs offer a serene setting for rejuvenation. Local folklore adds mystique, suggesting the wells were created by Lord Rama during his exile. Whether for spiritual belief or pure relaxation, Kanniya Hot Springs provide a unique experience, combining nature’s warmth with cultural heritage.
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Reach Kanniya Hot Water Springs
Kanniya hot water springs is 264km away from Colombo city, will be spent about 6 hours to reach there. When you visit the Kanniya hot water springs, Trincomalee, you may have more locations to visit along the road.
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Gallery
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By Public Transport
Most convinient public transportion is public bus system because there are very limited number of trains from Colombo Fort railway station to Trincomalee.
From Colombo to Kanniya Hot Water Wells
- Take a bus of Colombo – Trincomalee route
- Get off at Trincomalee bus stand
- Get in to one of these bus routes: Trincomalee – Anuradhapura or Trincomalee – Horowpothana
- Get off at Hot Water Springs junction
- Walk or hire a tuk-tuk to go to the destination (just 1km)
From Kandy to Kanniya Hot Water Springs
- Take a bus to Trincomalee from Kandy
- Get off at Trincomalee bus stand
- Get in to one of these bus routes: Trincomalee – Anuradhapura or Trincomalee – Horowpothana
- Get off at Hot Water Springs junction
- Walk or hire a tuk-tuk to go to the destination (just 1km)
Accomadation
There is no nearby accommodation in the hot water well region, but you can easily find a good place in Trincomalee city or other tourism-based locations.