🌴✨Timeless Colombo: A Walk Through History, Culture & Everyday Life🏛️🎭🎨🛕🍲🚶♂️🚶♀️
Tour description
Hi, My name is Kapila. Born and raised in the city of Colombo. Let's Explore the fast-developing city of Colombo, a quaint merging of the old and the new, in a tour covering all its key attractions and points of interest including:
🌴 1) Independence Square
🏛️ A grand colonial-era monument celebrating Sri Lanka’s independence, perfect for photos and history tidbits.
🚶♂️ 1.2) Independence Avenue
🏙️ Walk along Colombo’s iconic boulevard lined with colonial buildings, shops, and vibrant city life.
⛪ 1.3) St. Bridget’s Convent
🎓 Admire the architecture of this historic convent and its role in Colombo’s educational history.
🎭 2) Lotus Theatre
🎶 A cultural hotspot showcasing modern architecture and vibrant performances.
🖼️ 3) National Art Gallery
🎨 Home to exquisite traditional and contemporary Sri Lankan art.
🌈 4) Green Path Street Art Gallery
🖌️ Explore colorful murals and urban street art hidden in Colombo’s lanes.
🌳 5) Viharamahadevi Park
🌺 Relax under giant trees, enjoy colonial statues, and soak in Colombo’s green heart.
🏛️ 6) New Townhall Building
🏢 A striking mix of colonial and modern architecture dominating the cityscape.
☕ 7) Chill Break Spot
🍹 Recharge with coffee or snacks at a local café before continuing the adventure.
🌴 8) Large Banyan Tree – Park Street
🌳 Snap photos and enjoy the “UK vibe” under this majestic, sprawling banyan tree.
🛕 9) Gangaramaya Temple
⛩️ Discover eclectic architecture, cultural exhibits, and peaceful temple grounds.
🏯 10) Seema Malakaya
🕌 Visit this serene floating meditation hall on Beira Lake, a modern spiritual landmark.
🚌 11) Bus Ride to Pettah Market
🚍 Enjoy a short 10-minute city bus ride to the bustling market area.
🌊 12) Colombo Harbour View
⚓ Take in panoramic views of Colombo’s busy harbor and maritime life.
🛕 13) Sri Katirvelauta Swamy Temple (from outside)
🕌 Admire the vibrant Hindu temple architecture from the street.
🛍️ 14) Pettah Market Walk
🌈 Navigate Colombo’s lively market streets, full of spices, textiles, and souvenirs.
🕌 15) Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque (Red Mosque)
🏰 Marvel at this iconic red-and-white patterned mosque, a city landmark.
👗 16) Textile Street
🧵 Explore colorful fabrics, traditional clothing, and vibrant textiles of Sri Lanka.
🐟 17) Sri Lankan Dry Fish Street
🐠 Experience the local flavor and see the famous dried fish market in action.
🥭 18) Fruit & Vegetables Market
🍍 Enjoy the colors, smells, and tastes of fresh tropical produce.
🤗 19) Give Me a Hug (with a Tip)
💖 End the tour with a smile, a hug, and a chance to support your guide with a tip!
Lets walk together ❤️❤️❤️
What will we see on this tour?
