A14 road (Sri Lanka)

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The A14 road is an A-Grade trunk road in Sri Lanka. It connects the Medawachchiya with Talaimannar via Mannar. [1]

The A14 passes through Mankulam, Cheddikulam, Paraiyanalankulam, Madu Road, Murunkan, Uyilankulam, Mannar and Pesalai to reach Talaimannar.

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References

  1. "National Highways (Class A, B & E Roads)". Road Development Authority. Road Development Authority (Sri Lanka). Retrieved 2024-02-04.

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