Saturday, July 17, 2010

Hikkaduwa Coral


The beach of Hikkaduwa is situated 98 km from Colombo towards the south of Sri Lanka. Snorkeling and diving in the clear waters are the major past-time along this stretch and is the most environmentally friendly way to see the colorful fish that dart around. The coral sanctuary found on the coast of Hikkaduwa is a large shallow body of water enclosed by a reef, decorated with layers of multi colored corals, witch is home to countless number of colorful fish. Off the beach there is a collection of tine islets surrounded by beautiful coral formations
The impressive coral reef runs just offshore and is still populated by exotic fish and sea turtles.The Coral Garden here is considered to be the best out of all such coral gardens found in Asia.reef of lime stones running parallel to the coast. The corals are in between this line of lime stones and the coast.The reef of lime stones protects the corals from high tide. These corals are found in various forms , shapes and colours. They are a very fascinating sight especially when there is bright sunlight which gives a very clearer view of the corals.some corals in the shape of a cabbage leaf and some corals are like a lady's fan.corals can grow in their natural form and colour.

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