Hinguruwakwela
in North Central Province, Sri Lanka

Noteable things around
Location Summary
Decimal Coordinates (Latitude, Longitude):
8.033 and 80.967 (Lat./Lng.)
Coordinates by Time:
N 8° 1' 59" and E 80° 58' 0"
Currency and Currency Code:
Rupee - LKR
Spoken languages:
Sinhala, Tamil, English
Local electricity:
230 V - 50 Hz (plugs: G)
Mobile phone / cellular frequencies (MHz):
900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 3G, 4G
Local Time: 09:01 PM (Saturday)
Timezone: Asia/Colombo
UTC/GMT offset: 5.5 hours
Sunrise and Sunset:
5:54 am and 6:15 pm
Antipode Coordinates:
-0.955 and -90.967 (Lat./Lng.)
Closest place to antipode coordinates:
Puerto Villamil
References
This place on Geonames.org
Current travel safety evaluation for Sri Lanka in Southern Asia

Safety Score: 3,1 of 5.0 based on data from 9 authorites. Meaning please reconsider your need to travel to Sri Lanka.

Travel warnings are updated daily. Source: Travel Warning Sri Lanka. Last Update: 2024-04-20 08:25:34

Delve into Hinguruwakwela

Hinguruwakwela in North Central Province is a city located in Sri Lanka about 108 mi (or 174 km) north-east of Colombo, the country's capital town.

Current time in Hinguruwakwela is now 09:01 PM (Saturday). The local timezone is named Asia / Colombo with an UTC offset of 5.5 hours. We know of 8 airports closer to Hinguruwakwela, of which one is a larger airport. The closest airport in Sri Lanka is China Bay Airport in a distance of 38 mi (or 61 km), North. Besides the airports, there are other travel options available (check left side).

There are several Unesco world heritage sites nearby. The closest heritage site in Sri Lanka is Ancient City of Polonnaruwa in a distance of 8 mi (or 14 km), South. In need of a room? We compiled a list of available hotels close to the map centre further down the page.

Since you are here already, you might want to pay a visit to some of the following locations: Trincomalee, Anuradhapura, Kandy, Kurunegala and Badulla. To further explore this place, just scroll down and browse the available info.

Local weather forecast

Todays Local Weather Conditions & Forecast: 36°C / 96 °F

Morning Temperature 24°C / 75 °F
Evening Temperature 28°C / 82 °F
Night Temperature 25°C / 78 °F
Chance of rainfall 2%
Air Humidity 42%
Air Pressure 1008 hPa
Wind Speed Gentle Breeze with 6 km/h (4 mph) from East
Cloud Conditions Overcast clouds, covering 93% of sky
General Conditions Moderate rain

Sunday, 21st of April 2024

36°C (97 °F)
26°C (78 °F)
Light rain, light breeze, broken clouds.

Monday, 22nd of April 2024

35°C (95 °F)
25°C (77 °F)
Moderate rain, moderate breeze, overcast clouds.

Tuesday, 23rd of April 2024

32°C (90 °F)
25°C (78 °F)
Overcast clouds, gentle breeze.

Hotels and Places to Stay

GIRITALE HOTEL

Address
3,6 mi
NATIONAL HOLIDAY RESORT
51000 Giritale
Sri Lanka

Time Information

Checkout: - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


DEER PARK INN

Address
4,2 mi
Giritale Polonnaruwa
94 Sir Lanka
Sri Lanka

Time Information

Checkout: - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Thidas Arana

Address
4,4 mi
23rd Mile Post, Bendiwewa
51000 Polonnaruwa
Sri Lanka

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


TISHAN HOLIDAY RESORT

Address
4,8 mi
No: 1580, Bendiwewa
Polonnaruwa
Sri Lanka

Time Information

Checkout: 10:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Seyara Holiday Resort

Address
5,1 mi
Bendiwewa
Polonnaruwa
Sri Lanka

Time Information

Checkout: 10:00 - Checkin: 13:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Vista Heritage Polonnaruwa

Address
5,8 mi
The Heritage Polonnaruwa
51000 Polonnaruwa
Sri Lanka

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 12:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Vista Polonnaruwa Holiday Inn

Address
4,8 mi
Polonnaruwa Holiday Inn- Bendiwewa
51000 Polonnaruwa
Sri Lanka

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 12:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Vista Clay Hut Village

Address
5,7 mi
Rankotvehara Road, Nissankamallapura
51000 Polonnaruwa
Sri Lanka

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 12:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Videos from this area

These are videos related to the place based on their proximity to this place.

World Heritage Sites in Sri Lanka - Polonnaruwa -

Published: August 09, 2009
Length: 40:46 min
Rating: 3 of 5
Author: vansespeiris

The second most ancient of Sri Lanka's kingdoms, Polonnaruwa was first declared the capital city by King Vijayabahu I, who defeated the Chola invaders in 1070 CE to reunite the country once...


Gal viharaya Polonnaruwa ポロンナルワ スリランカ世界遺産、遺跡

Published: May 06, 2011
Length: 32:01 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: modhaju

スリランカ旅行なら http://www.abclanka.net ポロンナルワは スリランカ北中部州にある古都。1017年から1255年までスリランカの首都であった。 Gal...


City of Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka, 2011

Published: October 05, 2011
Length: 03:34 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Wolf

Polonnaruwa was the second capital of Sri Lanka after the destruction of Anuradhapura. After over 1000 years the visitor can see the ruins of an ancient dynasty.


2010 Katina Pinkama - Part 2, Weheraeliya Sri Jinendraramaya, Kaudulla, Sri Lanka

Published: January 26, 2011
Length: 53:06 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Dan God


Sri Lanka unforgettable journey 2015

Published: April 13, 2015
Length: 04:33 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Artem Marko

Наше большое путешествие по захватывающему острову. Саундтрек Apples From Mars – Breath Of Wind (rmx Alex Z)


Angry Elephants

Published: November 07, 2010
Length: 49:43 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Peerenboot

Angry, mad elephants chasing jeep in Sri Lanka Minneriya Nationaal Park.


Minneriya Lake Sri Lanka Acme Travels

Published: June 11, 2012
Length: 04:59 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Acmetravels

Minneriya Tank (built in 3rd century AD by King Mahasena). During the dry season (June to September), this tank is an incredible place to observe the elephants who come to bathe and graze on...


Minneriya National Park Safari.

Published: March 17, 2015
Length: 17:05 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Vijayavel Mama

Minneriya National Park Safari. Minneriya National Park is a national park in North Central Province of Sri Lanka. The area was designated as a national park on 12 August 1997, having been...


Pea-hen and Green Bee-eater, at the Minneriya Wild-life Sanctuary, Sri Lanka.

Published: December 18, 2011
Length: 42:23 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Philip Veersingam

I took this video at the Minneriya wild-life sanctuary in Sri Lanka about six years ago.


スリランカの旅 3日目 【ジープサファリ-5】 Sri Lanka 【Jeep safari -5】

Published: June 03, 2014
Length: 51:56 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: 5_3_0_ 4_0_2

【オオトカゲ】 ミネリヤ国立公園にてジープサファリ 【Monitor lizard】 It is a jeep safari in a Minneriya national park.


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Attractions and noteworthy things

Distances are based on the centre of the city/town and sightseeing location. This list contains brief abstracts about monuments, holiday activities, national parcs, museums, organisations and more from the area as well as interesting facts about the region itself. Where available, you'll find the corresponding homepage. Otherwise the related wikipedia article.

SLAF Hingurakgoda

SLAF Hingurakgoda is a Sri Lanka Air Force station located in Hingurakgoda, Sri Lanka. It is also the fourth largest airport in Sri Lanka and has the fourth longest runway in Sri Lanka.

Located at 8.053, 80.9817 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Airports in Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka Air Force bases, Buildings and structures in North Central Province, Sri Lanka

Hingurakgoda Divisional Secretariat

Hingurakgoda Divisional Secretariat is a Divisional Secretariat of Polonnaruwa District, of North Central Province, Sri Lanka.

Located at 8.05306, 80.9817 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Divisional Secretariats of Sri Lanka, Polonnaruwa District

Popular in vicinity

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