Colombo Trip Overview
Colombo (derived from Sinhalese name Kola-amba-thota which means “mango harbour” altered by the Portugese to honour Christopher Columbus, is the cultural capital and largest city and commercial center of Sri Lanka. The new administrative capital of Sri Lanka is Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte. the Tour will take you along the ancient building , architecture temples and and a drive along the residential area of Cinnamon Garden.
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Duration: 8 hours
Starts: Colombo, Sri Lanka
Trip Category: Tours & Sightseeing >> Bus & Minivan Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka
Colombo (derived from Sinhalese name Kola-amba-thota which means “mango harbour” altered by the Portugese to honour Christopher Columbus, is the cultural capital and largest city and commercial center of Sri Lanka. The new administrative capital of Sri Lanka is Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte. the Tour will take you along the ancient building , architecture temples and and a drive along the residential area of Cinnamon Garden.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Colombo National Museum, Albert Crescent, Colombo Sri Lanka
It is a great place to know the history of the island.
Entrance Fee USD 10 per person
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Old Parliament Building, Fort, Colombo Sri Lanka
The old beautiful building used to host Sri Lanka Parliament. Located near Colombo fort , amazing peice of art.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: National Zoological Gardens of Sri Lanka, Anagarika Dharmapala Mawatha Dehiwala, Colombo 10350 Sri Lanka
All the animals are kept in superb conditions and well feed. Small zoo but does not feel small when walking around it.
Entrance Fee USD 15 perperson
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Gangaramaya Temple, 61 Sri Jinarathana Rd, Colombo 00200, Sri Lanka
Lanka is home to Buddha Temples and this is one of the better ones. This is smaller compare to others in Colombo but offer some beautiful statues.
Duration: 30 minutes
