Arugam Bay, called "A-Bay" by travellers and locally known as "Arugam Kudah" or "Ullai", is the most popular beach of Ampara District, which is the southernmost of the three districts of the Eastern Province. The main season in this area is the local dry season falling into the northern hemisphere summer months - in contrast to famous beach holiday destinations at Sri Lanka‘s southwestern coast, the peak season of which is winter. Sri Lanka‘s East Coast beaches, particularly Nilaweli in Trincomalee District and Pasikudah in Batticaloa District as well as Arugam, have been developed as new major holiday destinations since the end of the civil war in 2009 and after removing previous beach side structures in 2011. Until recently, only guest-houses were run at the „party beach“ of Arugam Bay. Comfortable hotelrooms are available since 2017.

Arugam Bay, a predominantly Muslim community with a large fleet of fishing boats, was visited by young individual travellers already before 2009, as it is famed for the island‘s best waves and surfing spots, thanks to several quality breaks in the area. Arugam was completely devastated by the Boxing Day Tsunami in 2004. Approximatley 3000 people died in Arugam, among them were a hundred foreign guests. In fact, due to its geography it was Sri Lanka‘s most affected region concerning inundation. Although charitable organisations initially invested much in this area, too, private help of former guests turned out to be much more efficient and sustainable in the case of Arugam Bay.
Arugam Bay is recommandable not only for surfers but also for young people who like beach party nights. For families, beach holidays at Arugam Bay can turn out to be too noisy during the northern hemisphere summer months, which are peak season in Arugam Bay. But Christmas or Easter Holidays with children can be relaxing in this area. The southern end in the corner of Arugam Bay is safer for swimming. The northern end is quieter, but more open to the sea. Pasarichenai Beach is a dune field south of Arugam Point, which is the surfing spot at the headland of Arugam Bay.
The evocative and pretty name „Arugam“ means „Bermuda grass“ (Cynodon dactylon), also known as „Crab Grass“ or „Indian doab“. In spite of its name, it originated in the Middle East and was not native to Bermuda prior to the Columbian exchange.
Arugam Bay is recommandable not only for surfers but also for young people who like beach party nights. For families, beach holidays at Arugam Bay can turn out to be too noisy during the northern hemisphere summer months, which are peak season in Arugam Bay. But Christmas or Easter Holidays with children can be relaxing in this area. The southern end in the corner of Arugam Bay is safer for swimming. The northern end is quieter, but more open to the sea. Pasarichenai Beach is a dune field south of Arugam Point, which is the surfing spot at the headland of Arugam Bay.
The evocative and pretty name „Arugam“ means „Bermuda grass“ (Cynodon dactylon), also known as „Crab Grass“ or „Indian doab“. In spite of its name, it originated in the Middle East and was not native to Bermuda prior to the Columbian exchange.
Arugam Bay, close to Pottuvil, is situated 220 km from Colombo, as the crow flies, 320 km by road via Balangoda or 350 km via Kandy. Distance from Kandy is 220 km via Bibile. The next East Coast beach with plenty of comfortable hotels is Pasikudah 150 km north of Arugam bay. Distance to Kataragama at Yala National Park is 140 km. Ella in the hillcountry lies 130 km to the east.
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Climate and seasons in Arugam Bay
Temperatures are almost constant throughout the year, near 27 or 28 degree centigrade (81-82°F). With an average temperature of 29 degree centigrade, June is the hottest month in Arugam Bay, whereas the lowest average is in the month of January, at 26 degree centigrade.
Average sea temperature is 28 degree centigrade, too. The best month for swimmming is April, when the average sea temperature is 30°C (86°F).
Concerning rainfall and wind stength, the seasonal differences are much more significant. The monthly rainfall is below 100 mm during the local dry season from March to September. Nonetheless, heavy rain can occur on several days even during this period. June is the driest month with 25 mm. The wet season in Arugam Bay lasts drom November till January, with more than 250 mm per month, the wettest month being December with an average precipitation of 300 mm. But it‘s not a season of constant rain. The weather in the intermediate months, February and October, is difficult to forecast.
March to June have little breeze. The wind increases in strength and July to September are the very best months for surfing at Arugam Bay, as many of the breaks are working then. During this period, winds almost always swing on-shore in the afternoon.
Sri Lanka‘s southwest-coast peak season between Christmas and Easter holidays is low season in Arugam Bay. Nevertheless, for some travellers this period is recommendable, not only because of lower prices. The nature is lush green and Kumana National Park and the beach is less crowded and the nights are less noisy. Although this not the period experienced surfers will enjoy at Arugam‘s main surf spots, beginners may have a good time at Baby Point.
Average sea temperature is 28 degree centigrade, too. The best month for swimmming is April, when the average sea temperature is 30°C (86°F).
Concerning rainfall and wind stength, the seasonal differences are much more significant. The monthly rainfall is below 100 mm during the local dry season from March to September. Nonetheless, heavy rain can occur on several days even during this period. June is the driest month with 25 mm. The wet season in Arugam Bay lasts drom November till January, with more than 250 mm per month, the wettest month being December with an average precipitation of 300 mm. But it‘s not a season of constant rain. The weather in the intermediate months, February and October, is difficult to forecast.
March to June have little breeze. The wind increases in strength and July to September are the very best months for surfing at Arugam Bay, as many of the breaks are working then. During this period, winds almost always swing on-shore in the afternoon.
Sri Lanka‘s southwest-coast peak season between Christmas and Easter holidays is low season in Arugam Bay. Nevertheless, for some travellers this period is recommendable, not only because of lower prices. The nature is lush green and Kumana National Park and the beach is less crowded and the nights are less noisy. Although this not the period experienced surfers will enjoy at Arugam‘s main surf spots, beginners may have a good time at Baby Point.
Surfing at Arugam Bay

Arugam Bay is a magnet for surfers from Western nations during the summer months, as the area is home to numerous quality surf breaks. It‘s also known for its local surf scene, surfers from Arugam Bay usually dominate national competitions. Competitions are regularly held by Sri Lankan surf associations. In 2010, the Association of Surfing Professionals (ASP) hosted its first international surf contest in Arugam Bay.
In contast to Hikkaduwa, all surf schools at Arugam Bay are run by locals. Surf camps in Arugam Bay also provide help to organize accommodation and transport.
Surf boards, usually shortboards or funboards, can be rented for about seven US Dollars per day, or less during low season. You will be asked to leave a document as insurance. In order to avoid risks of high costs, you should - in advance! - negotiate the price you would pay in case the board had been damaged or broken by your rides. Boards are also available for sale. Buying a board at your holiday destination makes sense, if you stay for a longer period and can manage to resell it when leaving. Experienced surfers of course bring everything they need, not only the board but also wax for it and trusted antiseptics to guard against serious infections that can be caused even by small wounds.
In contast to Hikkaduwa, all surf schools at Arugam Bay are run by locals. Surf camps in Arugam Bay also provide help to organize accommodation and transport.
Surf boards, usually shortboards or funboards, can be rented for about seven US Dollars per day, or less during low season. You will be asked to leave a document as insurance. In order to avoid risks of high costs, you should - in advance! - negotiate the price you would pay in case the board had been damaged or broken by your rides. Boards are also available for sale. Buying a board at your holiday destination makes sense, if you stay for a longer period and can manage to resell it when leaving. Experienced surfers of course bring everything they need, not only the board but also wax for it and trusted antiseptics to guard against serious infections that can be caused even by small wounds.
There are two risks of injuries at Arugam Bay that should be taken seriously . Firstly, some of the waves are breaking over really shallow reefs. Secondly, before 2019 (prior to the years of crisis) surfing was becoming increasingly dangerous in Arugam Bay due to the high numbers of people in the water, many of them are unexperienced. The same number of fun holiday makers is to be expected in the years to come. Main Point in Arugam and Whiskey Point in Pottuvil are pretty crowded during peak season in August. Experienced surfers complain about the low standards of surf etiquette.
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Main Point at Arugam's headland
The most popular surf break for intermediate and advanced surfers is „Main Point“, which is situated just at the top of the promontory forming the southern end of the beach. This is a typical point break with a rock bottom jutting out from the promontory, the wave rolling over the reef. Main Point is the spot where Sri Lanka's only international surf competition is held. The best waves swell 3 to 8 feet (1 to 2.5 m). Barrels occur occasionally at some of the sections of this 500 m right-hand break. It can be accessed easily by paddling from the beach. Among experienced surfers, early morning surfing is popular at Main Point, as 5.00 a.m. is the best time to hit the waves and to avoid the crowds, too. After breakfast time, Main Point will be a busy place with surfers all day long. This is why some prefer to take a tuktuk to less frequented break points.
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Baby Point of Arugam Bay and Cobra point at Pasarichenai Beach
As the name indicates, Baby Point is the surf break which is the best choice for beginners with longboards. It‘s located close to Main Point a the beach of Arugam. The wave at Main Point folds around the promontory and then runs into the bay. Reaching 2 to 4 feet during peak season in August and September, the wave is safe for beginners due to the sandy bottom. Surfing at Baby Point is even possible during off-seasen at times. Usually doesn‘t work during the early high season in northern hemisphere spring months. Main Point and its continuation Baby Point are the only breaks actually located right next to the beach of Arugam Bay. Cobra Point is at the opposite side of the headland, situated at the dunes of Pasarichenai beach, but within walking distance, only half a kilometre away from Main Point. All other break points are in more than seven kilometres distance by road.
Pottuvil Point
The less crowded Pottuvil Point is another right-hand wave. In August and September, this surf break allows rides of up to 800 m. Although swells at Pottuvil Point are smaller than at Arugam Bay‘s Main Point, barrels can occur in sections. Intermediate levels can enjoy their rides here, sometimes even as late as northern hemisphere autumn. For beginners, only the inside sandy section is gentle enough, where the wave breaks very close to the shore. This part is even rideable at one foot on a longboard. Pottuvil Point is situated at the opposite side of Pottuvil town, more precisely, at the northern tip of the one mile long spit that separates Pottuvil Lagoon from the open sea. Be prepared, that no palms will give shade and no stalls will provide drinks or food at the remote location of Pottuvil Point.
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Whiskey Point near Pottuvil
Whiskey Point, 15 km north of Arugam Bay by road or in 7 km distance, as the crow flies, is the most famous surf spot of Pottuvil, in southeastern Sri Lanka only second to Arugam‘s Main Point. Whiskey Point is situated at an enchanting sandy beach close to a rock, Pottuvil Point is close-by, just at the opposite side of the mouth of Pottuvil Lagoon. Waves are guaranteed all season long. The wave (2 to 6 feet) is fat and slow. As it‘s pretty easy to get onto it, Whiskey Point is the favourite surfing spot of beginners on surfing lessons, although the sea can be sometimes rough for them. Guesthouses and restaurants are avalaible at the beach.
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Lighthouse Point near Komari
Another 15 km further north from Whiskey Point, the namegiving Lighthouse at the seashore of Komari Village is close to Sangamankanda, the easternmost point of the island of Sri Lanka. Sangamankanda is a surf break, too, but Lighthouse Point is 400 m further north, at the same beach. As in the case of Arugam‘s Main Point, the break at Lighthouse Point is not really suitable for beginners. In recent years, Lighthouse Point has been increasingly popular with intermediate surfers due to the lack of crowds. The wave at Lighthouse Point again is a right-hander. Accommodation is available close-by. Light House Beach Hut is next to the pristine beach, Hilltop Cabanas and Peak Cabana are in very short distance, too. Only one mile further north, Green Point is another surf break.
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Elephant Rock to the south of Arugam Bay
There are some more surf spots to the south of Arugam Bay. The closest one is Elephant Rock. In fact, it‘s in only 3.5 km distance from Main Point, as the crow flies. But driving distance amounts to 7 km and you have to walk a few hundred metres additionally. The break at Elephant Rock tends to start working constantly as late as July. This 2 to 6 feet right-hand wave is partly technical on occasions, but in some distance to the deeper areas near the rock, the wave is used for surf lessons for beginners.
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Peanut Farm surf break
Elephant Rock is the northern end of a 3 km long unspoilt sandy beach the southern end of which is called Peanut Farm. Peanuts are believed to have grown here before the 2004 tsunami. Peanut Farm has more advanced waves and attracts more crowds, as it is recommendable for all levels. Besides Whiskey Point, Peanut Farmis by far the most popular surf break in the surroundings of Arugam Bay, although waves are less predictable here. Peanut Farm has two breaks, a technical one in front of the rocks, which is often barelling, and a slower and mellower beachbreak on sandy bottom. Sometimes, both waves connect and allow very long rides. Food and drinks are available at the beach, one small guesthouse with tree houses is close-by.
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Panama Point in Sri Lanka
Panama, pronounced „Panneme“, is the name of A Sri Lankan village, not referring to the country of the same name. Panama village is located 14 km south of Arugam Bay and marks the end of B374 road. Panama Point is 2 km away from the village centre, situated at the northern end of the Panama dune field. Actually, there are two ways to reach Panama Point. Either travel to the village and just follow its main road called „Panama Beach Road“ to its very end or turn off left 3 km before Panama village. This 3 km long side road along the lagoon will terminate at the northern side of the river mouth, whereas the Panama Beach Road ends on the opposite side just 400 m further south. The rocks of Panama Point are in only 300 resp. 200 m distance.
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The river mouth, which is the mouth of the lagoon, too, is usually closed by a sandbank. However, sometimes, the two parts of the beach are indeed separated by the river mouth. If this is the case, the surf break will not work and the waters of the see will be polluted. Panama is a right break most of the time, but left-hand breaks can occur, too. This less frequented surf spot for intermediates, not for beginners. Peanut Farm is in only 2 km walking distance.
A surf point introduced as late as 2014 is at the opposite end of Panama Beach, 5 km south of Panama Point. It‘s called Panagala Point. This rarely visited break point is a river mouth break close to a rock, too, and only recommendable for intermediate and advanced surfers.
A surf point introduced as late as 2014 is at the opposite end of Panama Beach, 5 km south of Panama Point. It‘s called Panagala Point. This rarely visited break point is a river mouth break close to a rock, too, and only recommendable for intermediate and advanced surfers.
Okanda Point surf spot
Okanda point is situated close to the pilgrimage temple of Okanda Kataragama Devalaya at the southern end of Okadawara Bay. Due to the rough sea, Okanda Point is not really suitable for beginners, either. The southernmost surf spot in the Arugam region again has two breaks. Fairly exposed and with rocks and rips, the main wave breaking off a large rock outcrop and running about 300 m into a closeout is highly technical and should be approached with caution. The northern wave at the long sandy beach is less dangerous. Though the scenery of this remote area is pretty attractive for day trips from Arugam Bay, Okanda Point rarely gets crowded.
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However, you should not expect to be the only surfer here in August. In contrast to most other surf points near Arugam, Okanda can be rewarding already in the early high season, the northern hemisphere spring months.
Accommodation in Arugam Bay
Arugam Bay is crowded with hotels and guesthouses, all in all, the area between Pottuvil and Panama has approximately a hundred places. Most of them are located along Panama road in the centre of Arugam Bay, though only few of them are at the beachside. Many budget accommodations are great for backpackers and surfers and other independent travellers. One budget place with simple bungalows straight on the beach is Emma home-stay. In general, the beach side is more expensive. Well-known beach accommodations in Arugam are Mambo's Hotel, PJs Beach and Beach View at the more protected curve of the bay and Upali Beach Surf on the headland close to the surf break of Main Point.
More recently, a handful of hotels ranging between 3 and 4 star have been opened. At the high end is Kottukal Beach House operated by Jetwing, which is not located in Arugam Bay but in Pottuvil, at the southern end of the spit called „Pottuvil Point“. The largest complex in Arugam Bay is the Blue Wave Hotel, separated from the beach by Panama Road. It is recommendable for families seeking facilities such as a spa and a pool suitable for children.
Arugam Bay is party beach for young Sri Lankans in particular. In the weekends, thumping dance music goes on all night long.
There are still issues with limitations of water supply in the dry season and power cuts during the rainy season in Arugam Bay. Be aware, not all guesthouses have own wells or water tanks and generators.
ATMs are available in Arugam Bay and banks in Pottuvil.
More recently, a handful of hotels ranging between 3 and 4 star have been opened. At the high end is Kottukal Beach House operated by Jetwing, which is not located in Arugam Bay but in Pottuvil, at the southern end of the spit called „Pottuvil Point“. The largest complex in Arugam Bay is the Blue Wave Hotel, separated from the beach by Panama Road. It is recommendable for families seeking facilities such as a spa and a pool suitable for children.
Arugam Bay is party beach for young Sri Lankans in particular. In the weekends, thumping dance music goes on all night long.
There are still issues with limitations of water supply in the dry season and power cuts during the rainy season in Arugam Bay. Be aware, not all guesthouses have own wells or water tanks and generators.
ATMs are available in Arugam Bay and banks in Pottuvil.
Day trips and surroundings of Arugam Bay

Arugam Bay and Pottuvil can serve as a launching-pads to explore the southeast of the island of Sri Lanka. There are various natural and cultural attractions in the southern part of Ampara District that can be reached on half-day excursions. It makes sense to combine some of them to full-day trips, for example those to the south of Arugam Bay. After an early morning safari in Kumana National Park you can visit the adjacent Kudumbigala sanctuary and climb the rock of the same name, which is a great vantage point and a heritage site. It‘s not far from Okanda Beach. Peanut Farm and Elephant Rock and Crocodile Lake are situated on the way back, close to Arugam Bay. Another full-day trip to the west and north can combine visits of the ancient temples at Pottuvil and Lahugala with visits of sandy beaches between Arugam and Tirukkovil and an afternoon boat trip on Rufus Kulam and evening observation of elephants from the Kanchikudi jungle.
Crocodile Rock of Arugam Bay

The neighbouring village to the south of Arugam Bay is called Kudakalli or Kudakalliya. Its bay stretches almost 4 km from Arugam‘s Main Point to Elephant Rock. The beach of Kudakalli Bay is less crowded than that of Arugam Bay. Kudakalli is known for its turtleback rock surrounded by a lagoon. Due to the crocodiles inhabiting this lake it‘s better known as Crocodile Rock. A German novel was named after it. Guests like to visit it in the evening as it is a kind of sunset point of Arugam Bay. Kudakalli is an idyllic location and a heritage site, too. Kudakalli Rock alias Crocodile Rock bears drip ledges and a flight of steps of an ancient monastery and ruins of a stupa. It has been declared a protected archaeological site in 2014. The lagoon at Crocodile Rock is the river mouth of a branch of Heda Oya in the very centre of its river delta. Beyond the flat Crocodile Rock, at the far end of the Kudakalli Bay, is the steeper promontory called Elephant Rock, which is said to have been named after elephants that have been seen on the rock. Elephant rock is situated a at the southernmost and main branch of the Heda River. As mentioned above, Elephant Rock is a surf break, too.
Okanda Beach

Okanda Beach too has been mentioned above as one of the surf spots in the surroundings of Arugam Bay. Okanda Beach is situated close to a small temple dedicated to the deity Kataragama, wich is the Sri Lankan name of the Hindu deity known as Skanda, Subrahmaniya, Kartikkeya or Murugan in India, a son of Shiva and a warrior god. Sri Lanka's most famous annual pilgrimage, Pada Yatra, is the reason why the remote Okanda Beach can be very crowded in July when pilgrims arrive. They walk along the East Coast from Kataragama temple to Kataragam temple. Okkanda's Kataragama Devale is the last one at the coastline. From here onwards, the Pada Yatra crosses the jungle area of Kumana and Yala before arriving at the main temple of Kataragama in the town of the same name.
Kudumbigala

Kudumbigala Monastery is situated in the hinterland of Okanda Beach. The Kudumbigala sanctuary borders Kumana National Park. Particularly during Arugam Bay peak season (end of July and August) chances are not bad to observe sloth bears in the area of Kudumbigala. The summit of Kudumbigala is a gorgeous view point with a 360 degree panorama. The caves of Kudumbigala Rock became a monastic complex in the earliest Buddhist period of the island, during the reign of King Devanampiya Tissa in the mid 3rd century B.C. It was established as a refuge of monks outside the cities. Those days the Kumana area was much more cultivated than today. A stone inscription refers to Nandamitra, this is the name of one of the ten heroic companions of King Dutugemunu, who are known as “Dasa Maha Yodayas”, the „ten giant warriors“. The summit is crowned by Sri Lanka‘s only surviving ancient dagaba in almost cylindrical shape. Today, Kudumbigala serves as a forest monastery again.
Kumana National Park

Kumana National Park, formerly known as Yala East, covers the southernmost region of Sri Lanka‘s Eastern Province. Kumana, which had been a bird sanctuary before it was declared national park, is renowned for its avifauna, particularly large flocks of water birds at the numerous lagoons and lakes and swamps. Rare species such as the Black-necked stork can be sighted here. All in all, 250 species of birds, including migratories, have been recorded, there is no other region in Sri Lanka with a larger number of bird species than Kumana. Scattered in the Kumana National Park are several ponds that are inhabited by mugger crocodiles. Though considered to be a threatened species, they can be seen on almost every Kumana safari. Spotted deer occur in large amounts, too. Kumana National Park offers several excellent camping opportunities for multi-day wildlife safaris. They are situated close to Kumbukkan River and the swamp called Kumana Villu, which is the favourite area of ornithologists. More about Kumana National Park...
Muhudu Maha Viharaya in Potuvil

Muhudu Maha Viharaya is an ancient Buddhist temple situated at the sand dune field of Pottuvil. The construction of the monastery is ascribed to Kavan Tissa, who then was the king of Sri Lanka‘s southern part called Rohana in Pali and Ruhuna in Sinhala. Muhudu Maha Viharaya is said to marks the landing place of Viharamahadevi, who was the daughter of the king of Kelaniya in western Sri Lanka and after landing in the south married Kavan Tissa and became the mother of Sri Lanka‘s most venerated king, named Dutthagamani in Pali or Duttugemunu in Sinhala. Princess Viharamahadevi had been cast out to sea in a golden vessel in order to appease the gods, after they had inflected a flood upon the kingdom of her father. Kirinda in the Southern Province too claims to be the landing place of the princess. However, Pottuvil has the larger ancient temple complex close to the sea. It seems to be small only because parts of it are covered by the dunes. The main attraction of Muhudu Maha Viharaya are ancient statues standing in an image house that had been built of bricks. Only foundations and pillars made of stone survived. The central statue is a Buddha. The two other statues unorthodox when compared to image houses with single statues in the Anuradhapura area, though groups of more statues of the same size occured, for example in Medirigirya. In the later Polonnaruwa period, three statues became a more common feature of image houses. But they were posted side by side, in a row, not facing each other like in Pottuvil‘s Muhudu Maha Viharaya. Even more eye-catching is this: The two side figures are no Buddha statues. They are dressed and crowned like kings or Bodhisattvas. It may well be that they depict kings paying their respects to the Buddha in the centre. But it‘s more likely that are accompanying Bodhisattvas, saviours venerated in Mahayana Buddhism. Mahayanism, although considered heretical in ancient chronicles of Sri Lanka, played a major role in the art of the southern kingdom, Ruhuna.
Magul Maha Viharaya in Lahugala-Kitulana National Park

Close to the the small Lahugala-Kitulana National Park, which is crossed by the Colombo-Batticaloa road (A4) is the village of Lahugala, which is the location of an ancient monastery. Indeed this is the most interesting achaeological site in the hinterland of Arugam bay, although some of the many hidden cave temples may be more charming due to their settings. However, Magul Maha Viharaya in Lahugala is a perfect example of monsatic construction on a systematic ground plan, similar to some so-called Pabbata Viharas in the Cultural Triangle, though a local variant differing in many details. Local legend has it that this monastery was the place where King Kavan Tissa married Princess Viharamahadevi. This is why the temple complex is called Magul Maha Viharaya, which literally translates to "Wedding Great Monastery". The platform in the soutwestern corner of the quadrangular temple compound is believed to have been the wedding hall. The most interesting feature is at a temple in the east of the enclosed compound. Here you find the Eastern Province's only moonstone with elabarate carvings. It is quite similar to classic moonstones from the Anuradhapura period. However, a unique feature is this: Some of the elephants carry Mahouts. Men riding elephants are not depicted on any other moonstone in Sri Lanka.
Rufus Kulam

Rufus Kulam, situated 30 km north of Arugam Bay, is a tank of about one square kilometer in size. The rarely visited reservoir is one of the most enchanting lakes in Sri Lanka, as the eastern part of the lake is picturesquely spotted with rock boulders. The lake is inhabited by some mugger crocodiles. Even more exiting is this: Elefants and buffalos and deer from the Kanchikudi jungle gather at the western bank of Rufus Kulam in the evening. They can easily be observed when coming from the jungle to the open grassland plain at the lake. Actually, Kanchikudi is Sri Lanka’s largest wildlife area without national park status. This may appear regrettable in the eyes of conservationists. But it has an advantage for travellers. Rufus Kulam is one of the few wildlife places you can visit independently, without ranger and without tickets - and nevetheless off the beaten path, undistubed by the hustle and bustle of Arugam Bay or by other safari orists, since most tourists never heard or read about Rufus Kulam and Kanchikudi. More about Rufus Kulam...