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Colombo, Sri Lanka Cruises

Colombo, Sri Lanka Cruises

The economic capital and the former state capital of Sri Lanka, Colombo, is a port city located southwest of the island. To the north and North West, the town is bordered by the Kelani River, which flows into the Indian Ocean. The port of Colombo is the largest in the country, and it is from here that most exports leave. It's a mythical and lively place with overcrowded streets.

Highlights of Colombo

Travelers of all types can enjoy new sights, smells, and immersive experiences in this city as it continues to improve. In this way, the city offers travelers a completely different experience. When you visit Colombo (for a short period), try some adventurous street food, like the Sri Lankan hopper, local wood apples, and all kinds of roti. To know more highlights of the Colombo city, continue reading

  • Food and Drinks

The culinary landscape of Colombo is based on fishing since the city is located on the coast. The local staple, dhal curry, made with boiled red lentils, is also great, as is ambul thiyal, a sour fish curry full of fish cubes and spices. You can eat chicken, beef, onions, leeks, or cabbage on kottu roti, a crispy flatbread, for the ultimate Sri Lankan street food experience.

Try eating a hopper, a thick coconutmilk pancake with a hint of sugar. For the traveler on the go, they're the ideal breakfast option. The wood apple is a controversial Sri Lankan classic that shouldn't be missed at Pettah Market. Despite its unique taste and scent, it has a robust blue cheese scent. On your cruise to Colombo, you should try one for yourself.

  • Culture and History

Thousands of years have passed since the city and port of Colombo were important trade hubs. The location of the harbor made it a battleground between the Dutch, British, and Portuguese during the 17th, 18th, and 19th centuries. Sri Lanka was ruled by the British until 1948 when it declared independence. In its modern guise, Colombo combines colonial history and modernism. A majority of Sri Lankans identify as Buddhist. However, English is sometimes spoken in business settings, the official language of Sri Lanka in Sinhala.  

  • Local Shopping Experience

Aside from a few souvenir stands and souvenir kiosks near the entrance, there aren't many shops around the cruise port. Visit Colombo's famous Pettah Market for a taste of fresh fruit or a regional delicacy, and experience the glitz and glam of street markets for the first time. The chaotic and exciting Pettah Market in Colombo offers travelers a glimpse of daily life there. Locals look for fresh, high-quality produce at Colombo's largest and most famous market. Throughout this section, you will come across all the regional dishes you can only find in Sri Lanka. If you visit early enough, you will avoid the heat and crowds of the afternoon.

Interesting Spots of Colombo

Colombo has it all, from the tallest structure in South Asia, the Lotus Tower, to world-class casinos like Bally's and Bellagio, to hiking trails through cinnamon plantations. It is a city characterized by classic forms of urban tourism. It offers diverse tourist experiences, including sightseeing, shopping, and nightlife. Colombo combines adventure, luxury, culture, and history with colossal Buddha figures, coconut drinks made from Thambili coconuts, amusement parks, malls, and bustling bazaars.

  • Tea and Herb Tour in Colombo

As you know that Sri Lanka is famous for its exclusive varieties of tea, so here you can take one of the best Tea and Herb Tours. The tour starts from the Bogawantalawa Valley and ranges 1500m above sea level. In addition to these plantations, there are several others worth visiting. Tea plantations cover this city, which in itself is worth a tour. This place has an incredible charm due to the aroma of tea and herbs. It's heaven for those who love to drink tea since they can taste it after manufacturing it directly from the factory.

  • National Museum of Colombo

The National Museum of Colombo is one of the first few places to visit in Colombo that dates back to 1877. If you're interested in history and have a keen eye for architecture, visit this place. It has thousands of antiquities, cultural and historical exhibits, paintings, and manuscripts. The galleries of this grand, Italian-architectural-style building are the most prominent building museum in the island nation. One of the museum's significant highlights is its library. Its rich collection of manuscripts in languages such as Sinhala, Tamil, Telugu, Burmese, and more deserves special attention.

  • Temple of the Tooth Relic of Lord Buddha

This Temple of the Tooth Relic of Lord Buddha is nestled close to the Udawattakele Sanctuary. It is considered one of the most important shrines of Sri Lanka. It is a 17th-century red-roofed building that attracts pilgrims bearing lotus flowers. Moreover, this temple is also commonly known as Dalada Maligawa, based in the royal palace of the Kandy kingdom. Visitors will be awe-struck by watching the building's golden fence and extravagant Canadian architecture. At the inner temple, devoted monks chant Malwatte's and Aegirine's prayers three times a day. The Relic is symbolically bathed in fragrant water every Wednesday. The water is then handed out to visitors believed to possess healing powers.

  • Kandy View Point

Kandy View Point is located on the Rajapihilla Mawatha and is very close to the lake. It gives jaw-dropping views of meadows and mountains along with panoramic views of the city. In no time, you can climb this little spot and find yourself standing in front of the best locationin Colombo. The place has plenty of shops to buy souvenirs and art galleries to explore.

 

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