Where is Vavuniya?
Vavuniya is a city in Northern Province, Sri Lanka. Its population is about 60,176 inhabitants. It is located near Jaffna (115 km) and Negombo (186 km).
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Vavuniya located?
Vavuniya is a city in Northern Province, Sri Lanka, located at 8.7514°N, 80.4971°E.
Which country is Vavuniya in?
Vavuniya is in Sri Lanka.
What is the population of Vavuniya?
The population of Vavuniya is approximately 60,176 inhabitants.
What region is Vavuniya in?
Vavuniya is located in the Northern Province region of Sri Lanka.
How far is Vavuniya from Colombo?
Vavuniya is approximately 214 km from Colombo, the capital of Sri Lanka.
What time zone is Vavuniya in?
Vavuniya is in the Asia/Colombo time zone.
What are the coordinates of Vavuniya?
The geographic coordinates of Vavuniya are 8.7514°N, 80.4971°E.
What cities are near Vavuniya?
Cities near Vavuniya include: Jaffna, Negombo, Kandy, Trincomalee.
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