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Pick-up available: Pick-up point: . Beyond specified area: Transfer services are not available beyond the specified pick-up/drop-off area, * Operator Will Reconfirm Your Pick-up Time in Advance * Pickup Only at Port and Participants Must Arrive by CruiseAttractions and Activities: Colombo Lighthouse (Free entry) Old Colombo Lighthouse or Colombo Fort Clock Tower is a clock tower and was a lighthouse in Colombo. The lighthouse is no longer operational, but the tower remains and functions as a clock tower. It is located at the junction of Chatham Street and Janadhipathi Mawatha in Colombo fort 15 min(s)
Attractions and Activities: Gangaramaya Temple (At your own expense) Gangaramaya Temple is one of the most important temples in Colombo, Sri Lanka, being a mix of modern architecture and cultural essence 45 min(s)
Attractions and Activities: Independence Memorial Hall (Free entry) 45 min(s)
Attractions and Activities: Old Parliament (Free entry How to visit:No indoor visits) The Old Parliament Building, is the building that houses the Presidential Secretariat of Sri Lanka. Situated in the Colombo fort area facing the sea, it is in close proximity to the President's House, Colombo and adjacent to the General Treasury Building
Attractions and Activities: Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque (At your own expense) In the hustle and bustle of Pettah, Colombo's core commercial district is situated a most striking building, a spiritual haven called Jamiul Alfar Masjid. This mosque is remarkable because the architecture is Indo-Saracenic, incorporating pomegranate-shaped domes. But the most extraordinary feature is that each brick is painted red or white and used in contrasting designs, which gave rise to its common name, the Red Mosque. However, there seems to be a ban on Muslim women to visit the mosque due to religious restrictions. As there have been many who requested a section for the women; there appears to plan for such a section, where women can do their prayers, to be built in the future. Though the red mosque is an Islamic religious facility, visitors from other religions are eagerly welcomed. 10 min(s)
Attractions and Activities: Galle Face Green (Free entry How to visit:No indoor visits) This long open space traditionally faces a narrow beach and the sea. This is the most popular beachfront park in Colombo city, to have a relaxing evening and see the sunset. Not only that, there are many activities to do such as walking, jogging, tasting sr Lankan street foods, fly kites and enjoy the fresh air. In the morning many people used to come to Galle face for exercising and in the fall of night street food vendors open their stalls where you can taste Sri Lanka's most famous 'Kottu Rotti' and 'Isso Wade'
Attractions and Activities: BMICH (Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall) (Free entry) The Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall, is a convention center located in Colombo, Sri Lanka. Built between 1970 and 1973, the convention centre was a gift from the People's Republic of China in memory of Solomon Ridgeway Dias Bandaranaike, Prime Minister 15 min(s)
Attractions and Activities: Sambodhi Chaithya (At your own expense) Sambodhi Chaithya is a huge bell-shaped Buddhist stupa in Colombo Harbour, Sri Lanka. Unlike most stupas, it has the distinction of standing on two massive diagonally interlocking arches, allowing the shrine to be seen from out at sea. 30You'll have to take your shoes off when climbing the steps to the stupa and inside the stupa itself. The concrete steps of the access tower can get very hot during the heat of the day, so to avoid scorching your feet it's best to go in the early morning or late afternoon. Once you've finished visiting the stupa, it's worth spending some time exploring the grounds below it. 45 min(s)
Attractions and Activities: Temple of Sri Kailawasanathan Swami Devasthanam Kovil (Free entry How to visit:No indoor visits) The temple of Sri Kailawasanathan Swami DevasthanamKovil is one of the most beautiful and lovely attractions places of Sri Lanka. There are many beautiful and elegant paintings of God and Goddess. Also, there are beautiful carvings of an astrology chart. The inner roof of this temple is decorated with magnificent paintings. It is said that the temple of Sri Kailawasanathan Swami DevasthanamKovil is the most ancient Hindu temple in Colombo.
Attractions and Activities: Colombo (Free entry) Colombo, the capital of Sri Lanka, has a long history as a port on old east-west exchange courses, administered progressively by the Portuguese, Dutch and British. That legacy is reflected in its engineering, blending pilgrim structures in with elevated structures and shopping centers. The monumental Colombo National Museum, committed to Sri Lankan history, outskirts rambling Viharamahadevi Park and its mammoth Buddha. 4 hr(s)
Attractions and Activities: Viharamahadevi Park (Free entry How to visit:No indoor visits) Viharamahadevi Park or formally known as the Victoria park is the largest, oldest and most colorful park situated in the heart of Colombo. It is a perfect place to relax, for shady walks, picnics and most of all a great place to spend your time with your family.
Attractions and Activities: Colombo Fort Railway Station (Free entry How to visit:No indoor visits) The railway line was started over 150 years ago by the British. The old Fort region of Colombo is one of the busiest areas of the city. In 1877 the Coastal Railway Line was created and that is when the first station was opened. At the time, the Central Terminus was in a place near Maradana, The location can still be seen as it is now serving as the Sri Lanka Railway Museum.
Attractions and Activities: Pettah (Free entry How to visit:No indoor visits) Pettah is one of the oldest districts in Colombo. It is the most ethnically mixed place in the country. Large religious buildings represent a plethora of faiths, while more earthly pursuits can be found in market stalls and shops. The crowds in Pettah can become overwhelming during the morning and afternoon rush hours.
Attractions and Activities: St. Anthony's Shrine, Kochchikade. (Free entry How to visit:No indoor visits) St Anthony's Church is a monument of love and devotion to St. Anthony raised by all, rich and poor, in Colombo, as well as in the whole of Ceylon. May Anthony protect this City and this Island and all his devout is and lovers therein.
Attractions and Activities: Sri Ponnambalavaneswarar Kovil (Free entry How to visit:No indoor visits) Sri Ponnambalavaneswarar Devasthanam Kovil Temple is one of Sri Lanka's finest examples of Dravidian architecture. This temple in Kotahena, northeast of Pettah, is built of South Indian granite. It is dedicated to the Hindu God Shiva; while not being too old, it is still a peerless example of ancient Dravidan architecture.
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