Located in Sri Lanka Colombo is the capital and major gateway to the state. The architecture and culture speak volumes of its rich colonial heritage, religions and races. The city offers gleaming hotels, churches, mosques and temples and colonial-era buildings—markets brim with spices, silks and cotton. Plunge into street food, sounds and aromas of local markets. Sun-kissed beaches with swaying palm trees give immense happiness.
Tourist attractions in Colombo
Colombo is an ideal place for a holiday or a two-day rest. Here Gaul Face Green, Beera Lake, and Viharamahadevi Park, which are popular places for picnics and excursions. Many Buddhist temples are also established in Colombo, among them Gangaramaiya and Kelania Raja Maha Vihar are famous. Not only this, but Colombo is also a great place to shop for local handlooms and enjoy the local cuisine. Other places of interest are Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque, Traditional Puppet Art Museum, Old Parliament
Building, World Trade Center, Gal Oya National Park, Paradise Road and Pettah Floating Market. The most popular beaches include Mount Lavinia, Kalutara, Bentota, Hikkaduwa and Unawatuna.
Things to do in Colombo
A plethora of activities can be enjoyed, such as camping, wildlife, cruise tours, biking and water sports. Street food walking, village tours, tuk tuk safari, shopping at local markets, Odel, Majestic City, and Liberty Plaza. Play golf at Royal golf club, tickle taste buds with authentic Sri Lankan delicacies, vibrant nightlife, relax and rejuvenate your energies with Ayurveda spa.
Airport in Colombo
Bandaranaike International Airport is brimming with tourists. It is named after former Prime Minister SWRD. Bandaranaike, located in Negombo.
- Airport address: Canada Friendship Rd, Katunayake 11450, Sri Lanka
- IATA code: CMB