Attraction

Tsunami Photo Museum

Sri Lanka

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Ticket PriceFree-of-charge

Opening HoursOpen daily from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Visit DurationAround 1-2 hours

Suitable ForAdults, Families, Young adults, Seniors, Children

Overview

The Tsunami Photo Museum located in Telawatta - a few kilometres towards the North of Hikkaduwa - was established in memory of the victims of the disastrous Indian Ocean Tsunami which struck in 2004. The museum features a collection of photographs, newspaper reports and personal stories that offer a glimpse into the aftermath of the tsunami. A separate section also contains a series of hand-written accounts of tsunami experiences, poetry as well as paintings. A local guide is available to provide assistance to visitors and to show them around the museum. The museum is frequented by quite a few visitors throughout the year – both locals and foreigners – and is worth a visit if you have enough time.

Prayer Facilities

Though designated prayer areas at the Tsunami Photo Museum will not be available, it is possible to request for a private area to make use of during prayer times. Muslim travellers may also visit some of the mosques in Gintota – which is located about 12 kilometres away – such as the Avalmale Mosque, Welipitimodara Mosque and Meeram Mosque.

Halal Food

There are a few Halal restaurants in the area for Muslim travellers who require Halal food in Hikkaduwa. Most of the Halal restaurants in Hikkaduwa can be found along the Hikkaduwa - Galle Road. It is also possible to visit some of the more prominent and expensive restaurants at well-known hotels in the area such as the Chaaya Tranz Hikkaduwa which are capable of arranging Halal meals upon prior notice.