The country abundant with many attractions that thrill the hearts of tourists is located on the Indian Ocean paired with a soothing climate all year long. When consider touring Sri Lanka places ranging from lovely beaches, museums, zoos, cultural and religious value are located in the heart of Colombo. Gangaramaya Temple is one such location that is worth the visit. The temple boasts of architecture of Sri Lankan, Thai, Chinese and Indian an electrical mix that mesmerizes the on lookers. The Buddhist temple comprises of many buildings on the waters of the Beira Lake. Often a place visited by wedding parties as the beautiful premises provide plenty of photo opportunities for brides and grooms. The Simamalaka Shrine is however the most visited by tourists who are interested in the architecture. If you are travelling in Colombo and are looking for accommodation, a stay at a Colombo City hotel could perhaps be the wisest choice. Amongst these accommodation options, travellers could consider staying at the renowned Colombo Courtyard, an urban hideaway with rustic charm.
Another site that is worth the visit is the Kelaniya Temple, a sacred ground believed to have been the final visiting place of Lord Buddha after gaining enlightenment. According to the Mahawansa, the original stupa at Kelaniya enshrined a gem studded throne on which Buddha preached. At present it is famous for the image of reclining Buddha and the paintings which depict the important events of Lord Buddha’s life. A trip to the Zoological Gardens Sri Lanka also known as the Colombo Zoo will give you the chance to witness a variety of animals and birds. Colombo also features a good number of shopping outlets where you can purchase clothes to electronic items and anything else on your wish list. Eateries located at the Dutch Hospital Precinct serve all types of palates. The National Museum and the planetarium are must visits when touring Colombo. An island surrounded by water on all sides creates stunning beaches on all sides, the famous Galle Face beach stretch as well as the Negombo and Mount Lavinia beaches are a must explore.
Nigel Walters is a travel writer, who writes under the pen name, Fritzjames Stephen. His content is based on the myriad of experiences and indulgences that the world has to offer travellers across all walks of life.
