Sri Lanka has more than three times larger marine environment compared to its land area of 65610 km². This marine environment is containing various types of marine resources. The coral reefs are one of the main marine resource blessed with Sri Lanka to enhance her underwater beauty. The extent of the fringing and offshore coral reefs in Sri Lanka is limited to very few stretches in varying conditions. However, its ecological and economical importance mainly in tourism, fishing and shoreline protection is very high. 

Stamps issued on Corals in Sri Lanka (Date of Issue: 18.3.2000)

The areas with fringing coral reefs are popular tourist destinations in the country. Swimming, Scuba diving, Snorkeling and viewing corals through glass-bottom boat are the popular activities that you can do to witness beautiful corals in those areas.  The main coral reef locations are as follows: 

At Hikkaduwa Marine National Park                                                 At Pigeon Island Marine National Park

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