Bope
District of Richmond Hill
in Southern Province, Sri Lanka

Noteable things around
Location Summary
Decimal Coordinates (Latitude, Longitude):
6.052 and 80.202 (Lat./Lng.)
Coordinates by Time:
N 6° 3' 7" and E 80° 12' 5"
Currency and Currency Code:
Rupee - LKR
Spoken languages:
Sinhala, Tamil, English
Local electricity:
Mobile phone / cellular frequencies (MHz):
Local Time: 08:03 AM (Sunday)
Timezone: Asia/Colombo
UTC/GMT offset: 5.5 hours
Sunrise and Sunset:
2:25 am and 2:46 pm
Antipode Coordinates:
-0.850 and -91.033 (Lat./Lng.)
Closest place to antipode coordinates:
Santo Tomas
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: 2024-05-04 08:22:41

Explore Bope

The district Bope of Richmond Hill in Southern Province is located in Sri Lanka about 66 mi south of Colombo, the country's capital.

If you need a place to sleep, we compiled a list of available hotels close to the map centre further down the page.

Depending on your travel schedule, you might want to pay a visit to some of the following locations: Galle, Ratnapura, Colombo, Katunayaka and Badulla. To further explore this place, just scroll down and browse the available info.

Local weather forecast

Todays Local Weather Conditions & Forecast: 31°C / 87 °F

Morning Temperature 28°C / 83 °F
Evening Temperature 30°C / 86 °F
Night Temperature 29°C / 84 °F
Chance of rainfall 2%
Air Humidity 74%
Air Pressure 1009 hPa
Wind Speed Gentle Breeze with 8 km/h (5 mph) from East
Cloud Conditions Overcast clouds, covering 97% of sky
General Conditions Light rain

Monday, 6th of May 2024

31°C (88 °F)
28°C (83 °F)
Moderate rain, gentle breeze, overcast clouds.

Tuesday, 7th of May 2024

30°C (86 °F)
29°C (83 °F)
Light rain, gentle breeze, overcast clouds.

Wednesday, 8th of May 2024

30°C (86 °F)
28°C (82 °F)
Moderate rain, gentle breeze, broken clouds.

Hotels and Places to Stay

Amari Galle

Address
1,4 mi
523C Galle Road, Ginthota
Galle
Sri Lanka

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Hasara Guest House

Address
0,2 mi
No1, Wekunagoda Road
Galle
Sri Lanka

Time Information

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


Harbour Winds

Address
1,5 mi
No 12 Upper Dickson Road
80000 Galle
Sri Lanka

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


56 by Deco (Managed by Deco on 44)

Address
2,0 mi
56 Lighthouse Street, Fort
80000 Galle
Sri Lanka

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Fortaleza Lighthouse Street

Address
2,0 mi
50 Lighthouse Street, Galle Fort
Galle
Sri Lanka

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Deco On 44

Address
2,0 mi
44 Lighthouse Street, Fort
Galle
Sri Lanka

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Fortaleza

Address
2,0 mi
9 Church Cross St
Galle
Sri Lanka

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 13:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


NUMBER 48 GALLE FORT

Address
2,0 mi
48 Lighthouse Street
Galle
Sri Lanka

Time Information

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


Hotel Sealine

Address
1,8 mi
108/1, Pettigalawatta
Galle
Sri Lanka

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 13:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


New Old Dutch House

Address
1,9 mi
21, Middle Street, Fort
80000 Galle
Sri Lanka

Time Information

Checkout: 10:30 - Checkin: 11:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Videos from this area

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

Galle Train Station in Sri Lanka - Video 1

Published: October 15, 2014
Length: 40:54 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: John U

The 10:30 AM train from Galle to Colombo was 180 Sri Lanka Rupees (US$1.38) for second class and took around 2 1/2+ hours. The 3:35 PM Intercity train with an a/c observation car seat was 800...


Mangrove cave river safari sri lanka with Madu - Villa Madu Guesthouse Galle

Published: September 21, 2013
Length: 01:18 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Pradeep Ehan

Have a chance to make a river safari in a rolling falling and moving water stream of Mahamodara River when you stay in http://www.villamaduguesthouse.com Galle Srilanka.


GOPRO: ONE MINUTE FROM OUR WAY TO GALLE - SRI LANKA TIMELAPSE

Published: September 11, 2014
Length: 37:56 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Ahmed Abid

Summer 2014 - GALLE - SRI LANKA.


Sri Lankan Train Journey: Galle - Colombo (Sept 2012) Part I

Published: November 26, 2013
Length: 03:35 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Jannen Vamadeva


Sri Lankan Train Journey: Galle - Colombo (Sept 2012) Part II

Published: November 26, 2013
Length: 03:39 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Jannen Vamadeva


Quadcopter flying & some Aerobatic @ Galle Sri Lanka ( fun fly 2012-02-26 )

Published: February 26, 2012
Length: 17:19 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Xflyer_lk


The Fortress Hotel Galle Sri Lanka

Published: November 13, 2008
Length: 26:03 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: gh200867

Honeymoon - November 2008.


Sri Lanka,ශ්‍රී ලංකා,Ceylon,Public Bus ride South-West coast (01)

Published: January 03, 2011
Length: 40:44 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: NickVenture1

Snapshot of a ride in a public bus. Heading from Galle towards Ambalangoda and Colombo on such a red bus involves a maximum of stops. These public busses are painted in red and show the ...


Partybus. Прочувствуйте атмосферу местных автобусов. Шри-Ланка.

Published: December 16, 2014
Length: 00:09 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Subopinions

Автобус Галле-Коломбо. Не хватает только диско-шара. Даю вам возможность прочувствовать атмосферу. Музыка,...


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Published: February 09, 2019
Length: 19:40 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: TRAVEL WITH COOL

Tamil WhatsApp status.


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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.

Richmond College (Sri Lanka)

Richmond College is a primary and secondary school in Galle, Sri Lanka. The school was started as a Galle High School in 1876 by Rev. George Baugh. Richmond College is now a well-established institution with a reputation as one of the finest schools in Sri Lanka. Approaching the end of its second century as a school, it has produced many prominent citizens, including two in the highest political positions, namely the current President, and a former Prime Minister.

Located at 6.05288, 80.2047 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Educational institutions established in 1814, Boys' schools in Sri Lanka, National schools in Sri Lanka, Schools in Galle, Schools with a Cadet Corps, Alumni of Richmond College (Sri Lanka)

Galle International Stadium

Galle International Stadium (Sinhala: ගාල්ල ජාත්‍යන්තර ක්‍රිකට් ක්‍රීඩාංගනය) (Tamil: காலி பன்னாட்டு அரங்கம்) is a cricket stadium in Galle, Sri Lanka, situated near the Galle fort and fringed on two sides by the Indian Ocean. It is considered to be one of the most picturesque cricket grounds in the world. Before being brought up to international cricket standards, it was known as ‘The Esplanade’, and is the home ground of the Galle cricket club.

Located at 6.03144, 80.2163 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Cricket grounds in Sri Lanka, Test cricket grounds in Sri Lanka, Buildings and structures in Southern Province, Sri Lanka, Galle

Unawatuna

Unawatuna is a coastal village in Galle district of Sri Lanka. Unawatuna is a major tourist attraction and famous for its beautiful beach and corals.

Located at 6.01667, 80.25 (Lat. / Lng.), about 4 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Seaside resorts in Sri Lanka, Tourism in Sri Lanka, Populated places in Southern Province, Sri Lanka

Faculty Of Engineering Ruhuna

Faculty of Engineering Ruhuna, is one of seven faculties of University of Ruhuna. It is located in a relaxed & quite environment at Hapugala, Galle, away from the city, thereby offering a comfortable atmosphere for studies as well as creative and innovative work. The faculty consistes of four departments namely Civil and Enviorenment Engineering, Electrical and Information Engineering, Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering and Interdiciplinary Studies.

Located at 6.07778, 80.2072 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
University departments and faculties in Sri Lanka

Mahinda College

Mahinda College is a Buddhist boys' school in Galle, Sri Lanka. The school was established on March 01, 1892 by the Buddhist Theosophical Society led by Colonel Henry Steel Olcott. Today it is a national school, which provides primary and secondary education and has a reputation as one of the leading Buddhist schools in Sri Lanka.

Located at 6.04972, 80.215 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Buddhist schools in Sri Lanka, Boys' schools in Sri Lanka, Educational institutions established in 1892, National schools in Sri Lanka, Schools with a Cadet Corps, Schools in Galle, Alumni of Mahinda College

St. Mary's Cathedral, Galle

The Cathedral of St. Mary, Queen of the Holy Rosary, is the cathedral church of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Galle. It is a landmark in the City of Galle, Sri Lanka. The cathedral was built by the Society of Jesus at the end of the 19th century. The first bishop was the Belgian Jesuit Joseph Van Reeth. The Cathedral is central and important to the Catholics of South Sri Lanka, in the Diocese of Galle. The church is dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary.

Located at 6.03606, 80.2127 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Roman Catholic cathedrals of Sri Lanka, Buildings and structures in Southern Province, Sri Lanka, Galle

St. Aloysius' College (Galle)

St. Aloysius' College is one of the leading boys' schools in Southern Province of Sri Lanka. It is located in Galle, the capital city of Southern Province in Sri Lanka. The college was established in 1895 by Jesuit fathers. St. Aloysius' College is a national school, which provides primary and secondary education. The school takes the pride of producing world's one of the most renowned scientists, Late Prof. Cyril Ponnamperuma.

Located at 6.03583, 80.2122 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Boys' schools in Sri Lanka, Educational institutions established in 1895, National schools in Sri Lanka, Schools in Galle

Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering (Ruhuna)

Department of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering (Ruhuna) is one of the four departments of Faculty Of Engineering Ruhuna. The department of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering is the only department in Sri Lanka that offers Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering (Production Engineering), Automobile Technology, Computer aided Designing & Engineering, Control & Robotics Engineering, & more technological stuffs under one specialization stream.

Located at 6.07778, 80.2072 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
University departments and faculties in Sri Lanka

Wakwella Bridge

Wakwella Bridge is situated in Galle District near Thelikada. The Bridge is about 500 feet long and it was the longest bridge in Sri Lanka few years ago. It crosses the Gin River. The bridge joins two villages called Kudagoda and Gonapura. The bridge is built on Ginganga Dam. The surrounding area of Wakwella Palama is considered very scenic.

Located at 6.10607, 80.1905 (Lat. / Lng.), about 4 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Bridges in Sri Lanka, Buildings and structures in Southern Province, Sri Lanka

China Garden

China Garden is a small town in Sri Lanka. It is located in Southern Province. The name is believed to refer to Chinese migrant labourers who were brought to the area for agricultural work in the early 19th century by Frederick North, then the colonial Governor of Ceylon.

Located at 6.03333, 80.2167 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Populated places in Southern Province, Sri Lanka

Dadalla

Dadalla is a small town in Sri Lanka. It is located within Southern Province.

Located at 6.05, 80.2 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Populated places in Southern Province, Sri Lanka

Habaraduwa West

Habaraduwa West is a small town in Sri Lanka. It is located within Southern Province.

Located at 6, 80.2833 (Lat. / Lng.), about 7 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Populated places in Southern Province, Sri Lanka

Ihala Keembiya

Ihala Keembiya is a small town in Sri Lanka. It is located within Southern Province.

Located at 6.1, 80.25 (Lat. / Lng.), about 5 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Populated places in Southern Province, Sri Lanka

Kabaragala

Kabaragala is a small town in Sri Lanka. It is located within Southern Province.

Located at 6.05, 80.3 (Lat. / Lng.), about 7 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Populated places in Southern Province, Sri Lanka

Kabarayamulla

Kabarayamulla is a small town in Sri Lanka. It is located within Southern Province.

Located at 6.05, 80.2833 (Lat. / Lng.), about 6 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Populated places in Southern Province, Sri Lanka

Labuduwa

Labuduwa is a small town in Sri Lanka. It is located within Southern Province.

Located at 6.06667, 80.2333 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Populated places in Southern Province, Sri Lanka

Lalwala Pahala

Lalwala Pahala is a small town in Sri Lanka. It is located within Southern Province.

Located at 6.15, 80.2167 (Lat. / Lng.), about 7 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Populated places in Southern Province, Sri Lanka

Lelkada

Lelkada is a small town in Sri Lanka. It is located within Southern Province.

Located at 6.13333, 80.1667 (Lat. / Lng.), about 6 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Populated places in Southern Province, Sri Lanka

Lelwala Ihala

Lelwala Ihala is a small town in Sri Lanka. It is located within Southern Province.

Located at 6.13333, 80.25 (Lat. / Lng.), about 7 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Populated places in Southern Province, Sri Lanka

Naiduwa

Naiduwa is a small town in Sri Lanka. It is located within Southern Province.

Located at 6.1, 80.1667 (Lat. / Lng.), about 4 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Populated places in Southern Province, Sri Lanka

Pahala Keembiya

Pahala Keembiya is a small town in Sri Lanka. It is located within Southern Province.

Located at 6.13333, 80.2333 (Lat. / Lng.), about 6 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Populated places in Southern Province, Sri Lanka

Wagugoda

Wagugoda is a small town in Sri Lanka. It is located within Southern Province.

Located at 6.08333, 80.1667 (Lat. / Lng.), about 3 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Populated places in Southern Province, Sri Lanka

Siridhamma College

Siridhamma College is a school in Labuduwa, Galle, Sri Lanka. It was founded on 6 February 1995 by Honorable Minister Dr. Richard Pathirana. During those past years Siridhamma College became one of leading National School in Sri Lanka.

Located at 6.07208, 80.2318 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Schools in Galle, Educational institutions established in 1995, Schools

Galle Fort

Galle Fort, in the Bay of Galle on the southwest coast of Sri Lanka, was built first in 1588 by the Portuguese, then extensively fortified by the Dutch during the 17th century from 1649 onwards. It is a historical, archaeological and architectural heritage monument, which even after more than 423 years maintains a polished appearance, due to extensive reconstruction work done by Archaeological Department of Sri Lanka.

Located at 6.02583, 80.2175 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Forts in Sri Lanka, Portuguese forts, Buildings and structures in Southern Province, Sri Lanka, Galle

Meepawala

Meepawala is a village located in Southern Province, Sri Lanka, Asia at {{#invoke:Coordinates|coord}}{{#coordinates:6|6|33|N|80|13|18|E| | |name= }}, roughly 10 mm away from Galle. It comprises to Bope-Poodala Divisional Secretary's domain. Cities, towns and places near Meepawala include Poddala, Holuwagoda, Narawala, and Baddegama.

Located at 6.10917, 80.2217 (Lat. / Lng.), about 4 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Populated places in Sri Lanka

Popular in vicinity

These are some bigger and more relevant cities in the wider vivinity of Richmond Hill.