Colombo District Travel Guide

Western Province

The boys waiting patiently for the poya parade to start...
Beira lake is situated just 1km away from the heart of Colombo. It has been one of the top tourist destinations in the commercial capital, Colombo as Gangarama Temple is located just next to Beira lake. I really recommend this place for you who are visiting Sri Lanka. Other than the religious background, it's a great place to capture some water birds as well.
7 miles from the city center, Kelaniya temple offers a beautiful temple, a huge stupa and this magnificent bodhi tree. Admission is by donation and you should leave your shoes with one of the vendors before entering the complex. Tip: walking out the back of the complex allows you to get a photo of both the temple and stupa together.
Such a stunning mosque. Definitely worth looking for while in Colombo.
A stunning colonial building. Inside 15 rooms all dedicated to different parts of Sri Lanka’s history.

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Colombo showing heritage elements and a sunset
Colombo
Known for Sea, Sports and Cafes
Colonial charm and Buddhist spirituality mix with beachside entertainment, bustling shopping districts and a love of cricket in Sri Lanka’s coastal capital.

Reasons to visit

  • Colombo City Centre
  • Galle Face Green
  • Pettah Market
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An unforgettable experience in Colombo is the seaside commuter railway line that then extends all the down the coast towards Galle. #LifeAtExpedia
Mount Lavinia
Known for Beaches, Dining and Sea
Love zoos, beaches and dining? Get away to Mount Lavinia!

Reasons to visit

  • Dehiwala Zoological Garden
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Seema Malaka temple. Panorama
Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte
Known for Dining, Culture and Lakes
Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte awaits: its wildlife, culture, dining and more!
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Kolonnawa
Venture to R. Premadasa Stadium and Sugathadasa Stadium—just two of the sights around Kolonnawa.
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Nugegoda
Nugegoda
Known for Dining, Friendly people and Culture
Escape to Nugegoda! Enjoy its dining and culture.
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Urban lake
Battaramulla
Known for Culture, Natural parks and Shopping
Battaramulla awaits: its culture, parks and more!
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