Colombo

Colombo

The commercial Capital of Sri Lanka which is considered a cosmopolitan city by many   is located on the west coast of the island nation and is also the home of it’s main port since the early 20^th century, this city attracts many tourists every year  who want to experience it’s historic colonial architecture and many other places of interests including, Temples, Kovils, Mosques, Churches, Museums, restaurants that serve up multi ethic gastronomical delights,  affordable shopping and it’s buzzing nightlife.

Galle Face Green

This sprawling space overlooking the  Indian ocean is located very close to one of Colombo’s major landmarks, -The Galle Face Hotel, a colonial style building which epitomizes the old world charm of a by gone era.

Fort

Predominantly reputed as a site of the former Portuguese defenses is now a hub for the country’s ever expanding corporate offices including the modern twin towers and another famous landmark which is The Bank of Ceylon Tower.

The Seema Malaka

This is the work of a famous architect of Sri Lanka, Geoffrey Bawa, it  sits on a Pristine lake in the city and is a pretty sight by night when the lights come on. This temple is an extension of one of Colombo’s most famous temples – Gangarama which houses many a  Buddhist artifact donated by a multitude of countries from around the globe.

Kelaniya Temple

Located around 10km from the Colombo city center is a Buddhist temple most revered  by the Buddhist community of the country as this temple is believed to have been visited by Lord Buddha himself on his third and last visit to this country.

Sri Subramanian Kovil

A kovil dedicated to God Subramanian also known as God Katharagama is among one of Colombo’s revered kovils and boasts of many an impressive artifact belonging to the Hindu faith.

St. Andrews Scots Kirk

This inter denominational church showcases Gothic style architecture.