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Kalpitiya is a coastal town located in the Puttalam District of Sri Lanka. It is known for its beautiful beaches, scenic landscapes, and its popularity as a destination for various water sports and activities.

One of the main attractions in Kalpitiya ies for kitesurfing. The town is blessed with consistent wind conditions, making it an ideal spot for kitesurfing eis its opportunitnthusiasts. The Kalpitiya Lagoon, in particular, is a popular spot for kitesurfing due to its shallow and calm waters.

Apart from kitesurfing, Kalpitiya offers a range of other water-based activities such as windsurfing, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, and jet skiing. The area is also known for its diverse marine life, including dolphins, whales, and various species of sea turtles. Dolphin and whale watching tours are popular among visitors.

In addition to its water sports and wildlife, Kalpitiya is home to several islands, including the Bar Reef, which is one of the largest coral reefs in Sri Lanka. The reef is a haven for snorkeling and diving enthusiasts who can explore its vibrant underwater ecosystem.

The town itself has a laid-back and relaxed atmosphere, with a few guesthouses, resorts, and catering to torestaurantsurists. The local cuisine often features fresh seafood, and there are also opportunities to experience the local culture through village tours and interactions with the fishing community.

Overall, Kalpitiya is a popular destination for beach lovers, adventure seekers, and nature enthusiasts who are looking to enjoy water sports, witness marine life, and relax in a scenic coastal setting.

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About Puttalam District

Puttalam is a town in Puttalam District,Sri Lanka. Situated at the apex of the Coconut triangle, Puttalam is the second largest Coconut producer of the country. And Tabbowa, a fertile land for agriculture records highest paddy production per acre.Puttalam is the main salt producer of the country. Holland fort at Kalpitiya, St. Anne's Church in Thalawila,Munneshwaram Kovil in Chilaw and Mohideen Jumma Mosque (known as Grand Mosque) in Puttalam underline the historical importance of this region.

About North Western Province

North Western Province is a province of Sri Lanka. The districts of Kurunegala and Puttalam formulate North Western or Wayamba. Its capital is Kurunegala, which has a population of 28,571. The province is known mainly for its numerous coconut plantations. Other main towns in this province are Chilaw (24,712) and Puttalam (45,661), which are both small fishing towns. The majority of the population of Wayamba province is of Sinhalese ethnicity. There is also a substantial Sri Lankan Moor minority around Puttalam and Sri Lankan Tamils in Udappu and Munneswaram. Fishing, prawn farming and rubber tree plantations are other prominent industries of the region. The province has an area of 7,888 km² and a population of 2,184,136 (2005 calculation).

Wayamba is the third largest paddy producing area in Sri Lanka .Wayamba has a highly developed agricultural economy, growing a variety of fruits and vegetables, flowering plants, spices, oil-seeds in addition to the traditional plantation crops such as Coconut, Rubber and Rice. Rich soils and varied climate give Wayamba a potential for growing of virtually any crop.

In Wayamba or North Western province, home for ancient Buddhist rock temples, magnificent citadels Panduwasnuwara, Dambadeniya, Yapahuwa and Kurunegala. Impressive remains of those citadels, palaces, Buddhist temples and monasteries provide exciting sight seeing to the visitors.

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