Urban Retreat Getaways

THE EXCURSION:

Experience and explore the tremendous sights of Colombo, ranging from new additions to ancient relics that signify the long past and struggles of the island nation.

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Tour Brief:

Gangarama

The Temple of Gangarama is a holy temple found in the urban city of Sri Lanka. It is known to be filled with Buddhist Artefacts, making it a location that can be visited and studied.

Manning Market

This market is called the oldest of its kind in Sri Lanka. Home to a variety of shops that sell various kinds of native goods, it is the perfect place to shop for Sri Lankan specialities.

Fort

The fort in Colombo contains fragments of the past. It is where tales of history and colonialism come together to retell the story of the past. When you visit this location, come across its historic grandeur.

BMICH

This massive hall in Sri Lanka is the location where a multitude of international conferences are held throughout the year. It is also where you can find many events dear to the locals being held annually.

Independence Square

This open hallway of pillars and statues represents freedom from the British Empire in 1948. It signifies liberty from colonialism and the dawn of a new era of freedom and self-governance. When you visit, you can observe its neo-classical architecture that presents its age and grace.

Galle Face Green

The green grass that spans near the coast makes this location pleasant and sought-after. When you visit, you can view the locals sitting among the grass and sand, enjoying the sunsets and food from nearby vendors.

Old Parliament Building

This ancient structure was once the location of the Government of Sri Lanka. Now it stands as a reminder of the past in all its ancient glory in front of the golden coast of the West.

Colombo National Museum

Within this museum, you can find relics of the past. One of the most notable of these is the crown jewels of the final kind of Sri Lanka. As you walk through the halls of this building, experience the history of its curation.