
SIGHTS ATTRACTIONS IN COLUMBO, SRI LANKA
Beaches
Sri Lanka is encircled by over 1000 kilometers of palm- fringed sandy beaches which are never out of season to visit. Some part of the country always offers warm and friendly waters. It is an ideal location to relax and unwind.
West Coast
. Bentota
. Hikkaduwa
. Negombo
East Coast
. Nilaweli
. Arugam Bay
Colombo - A Shopper's delight
Colombo's shopping destinations houses all types of clothing from beach wear to other western style clothes. While many can be found worldwide, some can only be found in Colombo.
The most popular shopping spots include:
. Odel
. House of Fashion
. Barefoot
. Dankotuwa Porcelain or Noritake
Museums
. National Museum of Natural History: Museum depicts the natural heritage of Sri Lanka.
. National Museum: The oldest and largest museum in the country established in 1877.
. Maritime Museum:
Has fascinating antiques that were used by lighthouse keepers, pirates, and sailors from maritime history.
. The Dutch Period Museum:
The museum displays Dutch legacy through artifacts Other exciting places to visit
Temples
. Kelaniya Temple - The Kelaniya Temple is a splendid example of Buddhist architecture and art.
. Gangaramaya Viharaya :
The Gangaramaya Vihara is probably Colombo's most famous Buddhist temple since 1980's
. Bellanwilla Raja Maha Viharaya:
Bellanwila is famous for its Buddhist temple with a long history dating back to the Anuradhapura era, over 2000 years ago.
. Wolvendaal Church: Original flooring from 1813 made from the tombstones.
. Viharamahadevi Park:
Viharamahadevi Park is the green lung of Colombo. Viharamahadevi is the largest, oldest and most colourful park in Colombo.
Other exciting places to visit
. Dehiwela Zoo:
The Dehiwela Zoo has a wide collection of fauna from all over the world. The Min Medura or aquarium displaying over 500 varieties of aquatic life is spectacular.
. Galle Face Green:
Used for horse racing a hundred years ago the Galle Face Green is now the largest open space in Colombo
Optional Shore Excursions
Designed to offer the very best of a destination, our excursions are guided tours to each destination's most important sites and highlights and where possible, time is allowed for shopping and individual interests. We take extra care as to guarantee the best local tour guides and motor coaches for all our tours.
Our cruises feature regular onboard Shore Excursion Briefings on every port of call to be visited, providing useful facts on its history, culture and general characteristics. Our professional Shore Excursion Staff will also advise you on your touring plans. All our shore excursions can be purchased onboard, immediately after embarkation.
