Colombo is the rapidly emerging capital, and largest city of the Island of Sri Lanka. It is a vibrant and colourful city of about 6 million inhabitants. The financial and commercial capital of the nation is located on the west coast of the Island. The city is a mixture of both old and contemporary culture and full of architecture. There are many things to explore in and around Colombo such as temples, religious museums, natural parks, iconic monuments and stunning beaches.
The capital city of Sri Lanka possesses wide range of famous sites, stunning beaches and religious temples. Kelaniya Raja Maha Vihara is the popular Buddhist temple which is famous for the carving of a reclining Buddha. The National Museum, Natural History Museum, Dutch Period Museum, Traditional Puppet Art Museum and Geoffrey Bawa House are the well-liked museums with impressive colonial buildings. The Sapumal Foundation and Lionel Wendt Memorial Art Centre are the historical galleries that are not to be missed. The fun things to visit within the city are Galle Face Green Promenade, Colombo Zoological Gardens, Casa Serena Art Gallery and Turtle Conservation Villa.
The city has interesting shopping choices at its bazaars and high end shopping malls. Colombo is famous for gems, clothing, tea and handicrafts. Have your first shopping stop at Colombo’s largest and chaotic market - Pettah, which is located at the centre of the city. Paradise Road, Odel, Barefoot, and House of Fashion are also the best shopping destinations in Colombo. For high end shopping rush to Crescat Boulevard and Majestic City. All most all the shopping destinations are attaché with delicious cafes and restaurants. Local cuisines are very popular and will be available at low price. Majority of food varieties are influenced by south Indian style of cooking, rice and curry will comes as main course. Colombo, the beautiful beach city and the capital city of island country SriLanka is on every traveler’s wish list. If you wish to witness the charm and beauty of this exotic place, get your Abu Dhabi to Colombo flights booked and enjoy your dream trip.
