Quick Facts
- Colombo's Galle Face Green, a 5 km long ocean-side promenade, has been a popular gathering place since the 1850s.
- The National Museum of Colombo, established in 1877, is the largest museum in Sri Lanka and houses over 100,000 artifacts.
- Colombo is home to the iconic Lotus Tower, which stands at 350 meters, making it the tallest structure in South Asia since its completion in 2019.
- The city's Pettah Market is over a century old and is renowned for its vibrant atmosphere, with over 400 shops and stalls selling everything from spices to textiles.
- The Colombo Port, one of the largest in South Asia, has a history dating back to the 8th century and serves as a crucial trade hub for the region.
Travel Details
- Country
- Sri Lanka
- Population
- Varies
- Daily Budget
- $40-80
- Best Time to Visit
- DecβApr
- Current Weather
- π€οΈ28Β°C/82Β°FPartly Cloudy
- Currency
- Rs LKR
- Coordinates
- 6.9271, 79.8612
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