Colombo District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

The boys waiting patiently for the poya parade to start...
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.

Popular cities in Colombo District

Colombo
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.

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  • Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque
  • Galle Face Green
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Mount Lavinia
Mount Lavinia
Known for Beaches, Dining and Sea

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  • Dehiwala Zoological Garden
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Peliyagoda
Peliyagoda

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  • Kelaniya Raja Maha Vihara
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Battaramulla
Battaramulla
Known for Culture, Natural parks and Shopping
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Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte
Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte
Known for Bird watching, Wildlife and Culture
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Boralesgamuwa
Boralesgamuwa
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