Gangaramaya Temple Colombo
The Gangaramaya Temple is one of the most popular and iconic temples located in Colombo. Gangaramaya temple's architecture features a heterogeneous mix of Sri Lankan, Thai, Indian, and Chinese styles. Located on the banks of the famous Beira Lake, the Gangaramaya Temple Colombo consists of the main temple, a museum, a library and vocational training centers.
Galle Face Green Colombo
Sri Lanka, being an island, is known for her amazing beaches and views of the sea. However, in Colombo, it isn’t always easy to find a place where you can enjoy the crashing of the waves and most of all, an undisturbed view of the sunset. Galle Face Green thus attracts a large number of people, especially during the evening, although it is rarely empty, even in the afternoon when there is very little shelter from the scorching sun.
Independence Memorial Hall Colombo (Independence Square)
Independence Mamorial Hall Colombo also known as The Independence Square. This iconic Colombo attraction celebrates Sri Lanka’s Independence from British colonial rule.
Colombo National Museum
The National Museum Colombo first opened in 1877 with only 800 exhibits showcasing some aspects of the history and culture of Sri Lanka. Today, it has over 100,000 exhibits and the most important library on the island.
Mount Lavinia Beach
If you’re visiting Colombo and looking to spend some quality time on the beach, make a beeline to the Mt. Lavinia Beach, a popular venue for both visitors and locals with thousands flocking the beach during weekends and holidays. The Mount Lavinia Beach is also home to some of the most amazing sunsets visible to Sri Lanka. Many restaurants, hotels and bars are located alongside the beach adding to the sheer magnetism of the beach.
Dehiwala Zoo in Colombo
The National Zoological Gardens of Sri Lanka is situated in Dehiwala, a suburb of Colombo. It is a short drive from the heart of Colombo, and is situated on Anagarika Dharmapala Mawatha. The zoo is known for the various animals it is home to and children and adults flocked there to have a look at the snakes, birds, fish, monkeys and other animals. The zoo organizes animal shows and one can enjoy watching a seal playing with a colorful ball or elephants dancing. Usually, the Dehiwala zoo is a popular place for class trips and is often full of noisy and excited children who are amazed by the number of animals in the zoo.
About Colombo
Colombo, Sri Lanka was famous in the past as a strategic seaport, and is famous today for its diversity, colonial architecture, cultural landmarks, shopping complexes and nightlife.
History of Colombo
Colombo isn’t only a city of the future or even the present. Many areas still belong to the past, with streets and building that take many a Sri Lankan down memory lane. If you speak to a Sri Lankan about his life in Colombo, you would most probably get a detailed comparison of the then and now of the city.
Liberty Plaza Shopping Centre
Liberty Plaza is a fine option for extreme shopaholics. It brings you different kinds of products. Shops are open from 10 in the morning till 7 in the evening on all days except Sunday. You can find products for an affordable price. Liberty Plaza is in the City’s heart. To be exact, it’s found in Kollupitiya.
Arcade Independence Square Colombo
Arcade-Independence Square is located in Colombo 7 and is part of the process of beautifying Colombo. There have been a number of such refurbishments, thus introducing Sri Lanka, especially Colombo, to a culture that is still new to the country. The buildings that were once the Auditor General’s Office have now been transformed into one the best places to relax, shop and dine in Colombo.