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Although it's unlikely it will reclaim its 19th-century moniker 'the garden city of the East', Colombo has nevertheless emerged as a must-see stop in Sri Lanka.
Discover the best attractions in Colombo including Dutch Hospital, National Museum, and Galle Face Green.
Offering a captivating walk through Sri Lankan history, this delightful Colombo museum sprawls across a gleaming white, neo-Baroque building constructed…
Feb 6, 2022 · From remarkable train rides and fine dining across the capital Colombo to world-class surfing and chic beachside cafes in the south of the country, here are 18 of the best things to do in Sri Lanka. Reach the top of Little Adam's Peak after a gentle one-hour hike.
Apr 1, 2022 · When to visit Sri Lanka: the best times to go for the beach, the festivals, and to beat the crowds. The best train journeys in Sri Lanka – and how to book them. Sri Lanka is one of the upcoming surf gems of South Asia. Find the best waves for the time of year with this guide to top surf spots on the island.
Mar 7, 2022 · Thanks to Sri Lanka’s improving expressway network, road travel from Colombo to southern towns such as Galle, Matara and Tangalla is fairly rapid. With its twisting, congested roads, the Hill Country is the most time-consuming region to navigate (consider taking trains to explore instead).
Nov 4, 2019 · The best train ride in Sri Lanka. Start – Colombo Fort; End – Kandy; Distance – approx. 80 miles/125km. The one rail journey that features on almost every Sri Lankan itinerary, the three-hour trip from Colombo to Kandy will whisk you away from the
Apr 9, 2021 · No Sri Lanka itinerary would be complete without a trip to Colombo, the country’s culturally diverse capital city. Providing an easy introduction to the Sri Lankan way of life, Colombo is centered on the cosmopolitan Fort district, dotted with landmark buildings from the colonial era, including the terracotta-roofed Dutch Hospital ...
With a bulbous top meant to resemble the namesake blossom, this soaring erection (24m taller than the Eiffel Tower) will have telecommunications equipment and an array of tourist attractions, including an observation deck at the top and a restaurant at the base. Like most other recent mega-projects in Sri Lanka, it is being financed by China.
Beautifully restored, it's now home to trendy shops, cafes and restaurants. In the central courtyard, surrounded by low, tiled eaves and now populated with stone picnic benches, it's just possible to imagine the hospital in use, with patients lined up on mattresses beneath the stars.
