Top Things to do in Western Province
The 10 Best Budget-friendly Things to do in Western Province, Sri Lanka
Discover the best top things to do in Western Province, Sri Lanka including Sri Ponnambalam Vanesar Kovil, St Anthony's Shrine, Kelaniya Raja Maha Vihara, Number 11, Kalutara Bodhiya, Seethawaka Wet Zone Botanic Gardens, Asokaramaya Buddhist Temple, St. Anne's Church, Colombo National Museum, Negombo Fish Market.
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1. Sri Ponnambalam Vanesar Kovil
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 101 reviews
Reviewed By 189diannec - Redmond, United States
This is a gorgeous Buddhist temple with amazing art work. Take your time and allow at least an hour for the visit. Be sure to also allow time to study the art work in the museum.
2. St Anthony's Shrine
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 272 reviews
Reviewed By MinakshiSriLanka
St. Anthony’s Shrine, Kochchikade which was damaged in the Easter Sunday bomb blast has been consecrated again on 12th June by the Head of Catholic Church of Sri Lanka - Archbishop of Colombo His Eminence Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith. The High Mass held on 13th June on the feast day of St. Anthony without following the traditional procession. The historic Catholic shrine dedicated to St. Anthony of Padua will celebrate the 185th feast of the Saint on 13th June 2019. St. Anthony’s Shrine which is among the most popular Catholics churches and both catholic and non-Catholics have their faith in St Anthony. Current Administrator of Saint Anthony’s Church is Rev. Fr. Jude Raj Fernando.
3. Kelaniya Raja Maha Vihara
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 615 reviews
Reviewed By Brenda010 - Durham, United Kingdom
This is a very beautiful temple to worship the Lord Buddha. A very sacred area and shoes must be removed of course, however they are removed before you enter the grounds which are quite extensive so do remember to wear socks as the sand and paving stones can be very very hot! There are places around where worshippers leave flowers and gifts for the Buddha and pray. Inside the temple there is a marvellous gold sleeping Buddha covered with the finest muslin or silk. The frescos are very old and tell the story of the temple. A very beautiful sacred place.
4. Number 11
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 146 reviews
Reviewed By hoi61 - Austria, null
Not only was it wonderful to be houseguest in Geoffrey Bawa's Colombo home, but to be looked after by the kindred spirit of Rohana, a 'butler' who served Mr Bawa in his late years too, was absolutely wonderful. What gracious people in that house. I cannot fault anybody for anything. We are grateful to have had the opportunity to study the home and have a really good guided tour on top of it with manager Priyanka and on the side with dear Rohana. thank you!
5. Kalutara Bodhiya
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 372 reviews
The kalutara bodiya is one of the religious place which is venerated by all buddhist in sri lanka. anybody who comes from colombo or galle stop over at the sacred shrine to pay their respects by way of worshipping and offerings. here is a hollow dagoba with interesting paintings.
Reviewed By kalanaprasanka - Kandy, Sri Lanka
One of the most recognized places in Kalutara specifically among buddhists. Situated either side of the Colombo Galle main road. Has a scenic view adding to it’s religious importance. One of the rare places where you find a ‘chithya’ inside another and you can walk inside it
6. Seethawaka Wet Zone Botanic Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 87 reviews
Reviewed By indikaeranga - Colombo, Sri Lanka
I travel there more than 2 times. It has nice view. Its better to visit there evening or morning. There have natural water springs as well. Environment is cool.
7. Asokaramaya Buddhist Temple
8. St. Anne's Church
9. Colombo National Museum
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1,323 reviews
This museum of Asian civilizations is one of the oldest in Sri Lanka.
Reviewed By mytropicaljournal - Colombo, Sri Lanka
An ideal place for historians but might be boring for those who have no interest on digging the history of their vacation spot. Magnificent collection of artifacts belong to different eras of the Sri Lankan history perfectly separated in to different sections providing proper guidance to travellers. Depicts includes cultural, archeological, zoological, botanical and many more. Full skeleton of the majestic Sri Lankan tusker, Heiyyanthuduwe Raja can be seen at the place. Popular location amongst school kids. It will take about 02 hours to cover all sections. Careful when taking photographs.
10. Negombo Fish Market
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 353 reviews
Reviewed By vincenzop699 - Barcelona, Spain
Jockin Bernad is a fisherman from Negombo since 20 years, he knows everything about the dried fish process and the market and you can find him at the Negombo fish market! For a small tip he could be your best local experience on the island. He was so sweet and he speaks really good English and German!
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