Temple · Trincomalee
Koneswaram Temple and Swami Rock
A Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva on a cliff above the sea, reached through Fort Frederick.
- Best season
- April to September. The north-east monsoon brings rain and rough seas from November to January.
- Time to allow
- 1 hr 15 min (at least 45 min)
- Best time of day
- Morning
- Entry
- Free entry
- What to wear
- Cover your shoulders and knees, and be ready to take your shoes off.
- Good for
- Easy going, families
Shoes are left outside; dress modestly.