Colombo

Museums & galleries

National Museum of Colombo

A museum in Colombo, also known as the National Museum of Sri Lanka. It's a pleasant, easy stop to make while exploring the city.

Views & landmarks

Lotus Tower

A landmark tower symbolizing Colombo, Sri Lanka. At 351 meters, it's the tallest self-supporting structure in South Asia and a visible reference point from almost anywhere in the city.

Parks & gardens

Galle Face Green

A broad seaside park stretching along the coast in central Colombo, pleasant for a walk in the sea breeze. Once used as a racecourse and golf course, it is now a popular spot for sports and relaxation.

Temples & religious sites

Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque

A historic mosque in Colombo's Pettah district, it is one of the city's oldest mosques. Its distinctive facade makes it a popular attraction for locals and travelers alike.

Temples & religious sites

St. Anthony's Shrine, Kochchikade

St. Anthony's Shrine in Kochchikade, Colombo, is designated as both a national shrine and a minor basilica. Part of the saint's relics are preserved here, drawing a steady stream of pilgrims.

Temples & religious sites

Gangaramaya Temple

A temple on the shore of Beira Lake in Colombo, completed in the late 19th century. It blends modern architecture with traditional culture and is regarded as one of the city's leading temples.

Views & landmarks

World Trade Center

A pair of 152-meter twin towers in downtown Colombo. Two 39-story towers rise side by side above a four-story commercial podium, making them a landmark of the city skyline.

Temples & religious sites

St. Lucia's Cathedral

The cathedral of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Colombo, located in Kotahena in the northeastern part of the city. It has a long history, having grown from a small chapel built during Dutch rule into today's spacious cathedral complex.