Popular among tourists for its seaside location on the country’s western reaches Colombo is everything an emerging Asian metropolis ought to be and much more thanks to the colonial influence and the country’s own historic heritage. Colombo is brimming with touristic possibilities and home to a diverse populace which makes it a city unlike any other in the island nation.
The first thing to do during your days in Colombo is cover the top highlights which includes famed landmarks such as independence Square and religious icons the likes of the Gangaramaya Temple. Why not engage on a tour of the National Museum before heading over to explore the art on show and for sale at Viharamahadevi Park? Other must-visit point of interest in Colombo include the Colombo Fort and Cinnamon Gardens while a spa day at a hotel in Mount Lavinia or a dedicated spa facility the likes of Siddhalepa ANARVA Mount Lavinia or any other in the city can also be a rejuvenating experience. The Wolvendaal Church is one of the city’s best known colonial edifices along with the Dutch Hospital in Fort which has recently been converted into a dining hotspot.
No trip around Colombo would be complete without exploring its many retail hubs. From larger than life malls the likes of Majestic City and Liberty Plaza and Odel to House of Fashion the choices are endless. Fashion forward visitors touring the city can also shop in Colombo’s famed clothing franchise complexes which include Nolimit, Beverly Street and Fashion Bug. Don’t forget to pick up a hand dyed or woven piece of home decor or keepsake from Barefoot or Paradise Road. Spend an evening flying kites and munching on fried local snacks at the Galle Face Green, perhaps Colombo’s most popular recreational space before heading to the Curry Leaf, The Cricket Club Cafe or Beach Wadiya for a definitively Sri Lankan meal at one of Colombo’s top restaurants.
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