About Colombo

Colombo is dotted with many interesting and important tourist attractions. To the east are the criss cross of narrow lanes of the Pettah district with its more atmospheric and colourful bazaars. South, the main Galle road runs parallel with the coast. West and North, the road quickly enters the coconut shaded suburbs. Just 22 miles north from Colombo is the old fishing town of Negombo. Apart from the beaches and seafood, Negombo old town, with its narrow streets and small shops bustling with commercial activity, has an old world charm.

Why visit Colombo

Colombo has one of the world's largest manmade harbours.
Gem cutting is a Colombo specialty.
Colombo is also Sri Lanka's financial centre.

The modern city of Colombo is home to a vibrancy of culture, arts, religion and education. Main tourist attractions include museums, historic buildings and churches, beautiful parks. What is especially enjoyable is the variety of cuisine that can be sampled at any one of the city's plentiful bars, restaurants, sidewalk cafes and kiosks.The University of Colombo, several colleges, an observatory, numerous churches, mosques, and Buddhist and Hindu temples are in Colombo.

The Galle Face Green is the city's largest and most elegant promenade. Lined with palm trees and adjacent to the coast, much like the tropical version of Hollywood Boulevard, this one mile long stretch in the heart of the city is a constant beehive of activity.