Foul Point Lighthouse
Sampur, a town that was liberated from LTTE terrorists by the Security Forces in 2007, is known for one of the most renowned lighthouses in Sri Lanka. The Foul Point Lighthouse, also called Sampur Lighthouse, has been serving as a guide to seafarers for several decades.
Constructed in 1863, the lighthouse stands at a height of 32 meters and has a diameter of 25 meters. It is divided into five levels with steel stairs. However, due to the past war situation, the lighthouse has not been well-maintained and the stairs are now in a dilapidated condition and cannot be used.
Constructed in 1863, the lighthouse stands at a height of 32 meters and has a diameter of 25 meters. It is divided into five levels with steel stairs. However, due to the past war situation, the lighthouse has not been well-maintained and the stairs are now in a dilapidated condition and cannot be used.
