As the first point of contact, tourists have with the island of Sri Lanka it should come as no surprise that the nation’s capital, Colombo, is also its chief business hub. Home to not only the country’s main political and financial institutions, the bustling metropolis is also where Sri Lanka’s business hotels from Mandarina Colombo as well as other Colombo city hotel hubs for corporate functions are also situated. As the preferred destination for business events throughout the calendar year, Colombo not only hosts top-notch corporate gatherings and conferences but also a range of international expos and trade fairs as well.
The city’s appeal as a business epicentre is mainly due to the infrastructure and facilities available for conducting large scale as well as high profile corporate events. Well-connected by public transport networks which include buses, railway and other convenient means of travel, the city provides an engaging set of venues for seminars, conferences as well as other meetings for businesses with varying budgets.
As the country’s most populist city Colombo is the base of all the media outlets and networks on the island. Not only does Colombo offer a plethora of event venues and business amenities to suit the needs of contemporary functions but is also home to some of the island’s top recreational and cultural highlights. From Independence Square to the Galle Face Green and the National Museum, those who are organizing a business gathering in Colombo also have a list of attractions of cultural interest to engage participants and clients during the downtime away from the work at hand.
Revered as a food lover’s dream destination, fine dining options in Sri Lanka never surpass the exciting list of restaurants, pubs, and lounges occupying the city of Colombo. Entertainment options in the city are equally impressive while retail outlets and shopping opportunities are also the best Sri Lanka has to offer.
Caleb Falcon is a travel writer who specializes in writing content based on the many exciting world adventures that await intrepid travellers. Google+
