East meets West in a colourful cacophony and scintillating symphony of sights and sounds in Sri Lanka’s commercial capital, Colombo. Not convinced? Here are four reasons to sway your mind!
See the sights
Colombo is a great place to soak up some local culture; the sacred Buddhist site by the Beira Lake, the Seema Malakaya, the National Museum and the Colombo Fort area with its colonial buildings offer fascinating insights into the city’s rich heritage.
Enjoy rest & recreation
There are plenty of areas in the city for some outdoor relaxation or fun activities; Galle Face Green, around a 5 minute walk from Ramada Colombo, is a wonderful place to hang out or fly kites right by the ocean, while Viharamahadevi Park and Independence Square offer spaces for recreation including cycling.
Treat your taste buds
Spicy, savoury, sour, sweet; the food you can enjoy in the city can feature a combination of any number of these aspects! Rice and curry, seafood delights and pan or deep fried goodies are all on offer be it at a Colombo restaurant or one of the popular street-side eateries.
Shop till you drop
Shopaholics will not be bored in Colombo; the Majestic City, Crescat, Marino and City Centre malls offer everything from brand name fashion to electronics. Odel, GFlock and Kelly Felder are also popular for clothing. For something different, head to Pettah where an outdoor bazaar amidst a maze of bustling streets awaits.
Filled with wanderlust that seeks to explore distant shores and captivated by the colors and vibrancy of exotic cultures, Kanya Mae writes on the beautiful, exciting, and enchanting wonders of the world. She is a writer who not only has a passion for travel, but also has a background in fashion, art and media.
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