Capital City
Colombo
Sri Lanka’s vibrant commercial capital featuring modern attractions, shopping districts, historical landmarks, and exciting nightlife.
About Colombo
Colombo is usually the first and last stop on a Sri Lanka holiday. Colonial-era buildings sit beside a fast-changing skyline, and the city rewards a day spent exploring its markets, seafront and temples before heading inland or to the coast.
Main attractions
- ✦Galle Face Green seafront promenade
- ✦Gangaramaya Temple
- ✦Pettah market district
- ✦Independence Memorial Hall
- ✦Viharamahadevi Park
Colombo gallery



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