Location: Colombo
Top Things to do in Colombo
The 10 Best Sights & Landmarks in Colombo, Western Province
Colombo is the gateway to Sri Lanka for most travelers—but don’t be tempted to simply pass through this diverse and interesting city. Take a train ride along the coast to Mount Lavinia, a popular beach, or explore the Talangama Wetland, which several TripAdvisor travelers say is the perfect place to take a break from the bustling streets of the city.
Restaurants in Colombo
1. Chabad of Colombo
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 9 reviews
The Chabad House is located in a large and spacious building in the city center. It functions as a Jewish center that gives service to all Jewish needs: Synagogue, Mikva, Library, a kosher restaurant, dormitories and more.
2. Sri Ponnambalam Vanesar Kovil
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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.
3. St Anthony's Shrine
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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.
4. St Lucia's Cathedral
5. Kelaniya Raja Maha Vihara
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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.
6. Number 11
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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!
7. Asokaramaya Buddhist Temple
8. Borella All Saints Church
9. Old Kathiresan Temple
10. Nelum Pokuna Art Street
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 20 reviews
Reviewed By sasirir
You will have plenty of choices to select from day to day. Best place to buy hand drawn Arts in Sri Lanka.
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