Where is Trincomalee?
Trincomalee is a city in Eastern Province, Sri Lanka. Its population is about 108,420 inhabitants. It is located near Jaffna (181 km) and Kandy (157 km).
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Trincomalee located?
Trincomalee is a city in Eastern Province, Sri Lanka, located at 8.5778°N, 81.2289°E.
Which country is Trincomalee in?
Trincomalee is in Sri Lanka.
What is the population of Trincomalee?
The population of Trincomalee is approximately 108,420 inhabitants.
What region is Trincomalee in?
Trincomalee is located in the Eastern Province region of Sri Lanka.
How far is Trincomalee from Colombo?
Trincomalee is approximately 238 km from Colombo, the capital of Sri Lanka.
What time zone is Trincomalee in?
Trincomalee is in the Asia/Colombo time zone.
What are the coordinates of Trincomalee?
The geographic coordinates of Trincomalee are 8.5778°N, 81.2289°E.
What cities are near Trincomalee?
Cities near Trincomalee include: Jaffna, Kandy.
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