Joanna James
The vibrant city of Colombo always offers many things to do for the visitor. From sightseeing attractions to nightlife and shopping, Colombo has something for everyone.
If you love culture and history make it a point to drop in at the renowned Colombo National Museum. Although Sri Lanka is a relatively small country it boasts a rich and eventful history that will capture the interest of the history buff. There is no better way to become acquainted with the history of this island nation than by visiting the engrossing Colombo National Museum. At this entrancing establishment, you will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the fascinating tale of the course of civilization in this country. The museum features an extensive collection of artefacts that will illustrate the remarkable history of this captivating nation.
As Colombo is an expansive and multi-faceted city visitors will be enthralled by undertaking a sightseeing tour of the metropolis. An excellent option in this regard would be The Colombo City Tour which will take you on a captivating journey around the highlights of the city. On this tour you will have the opportunity to tour the city aboard an open-decked bus which is sure to be an enjoyable experience. This remarkable tour will take you to many of Colombo's most renowned sights such as the Lighthouse Clock Tower, Khan Clock Tower, Colombo Harbour, War Memorial, Gangarama Seema Malakaya, National Museum, Town Hall, Nelum Pokuna and the BMICH.
The city of Colombo is truly a cosmopolitan and multicultural place where people of many religions live and coexist together. Here you will find Buddhists, Muslims, Christians (including Catholics) and Hindus, each going to the various places of worship to perform their religious observances. If you choose to stroll around the city at the hour of sunset you will be able to hear the sounds of Buddhist chanting in the distinctive rhythmic manner. Similarly if on a Friday you are at the area around Town Hall you will hear the sound of prayer at the nearby mosque. You can also experience Mass in a Catholic church on a Sunday.
Colombo offers plenty of choices for nightlife seekers with a good selection of nightclubs, bars, casinos and lounges on offer for the visitor. If you enjoy gambling make sure to check out the well-known casinos like Bally's Casino and Bellagio Casino which will undoubtedly meet your expectations. On the other hand, if you desire to dance your cares away you can try out the well-known nightclubs such as Rhythm & Blues, Curve, Silk, Clique and Disques. You will also find a host of enjoyable lounges and bars such as the Loft Lounge Bar and the ZAZA Bar. As you enjoy these enjoyable things to do in the city an accommodation choice that you may consider would be one of the fine Colombo hotels located by the beach such as Berjaya Hotel Colombo.
Irrespective of whether you desire modern shopping malls or traditional bazaars the city of Colombo will not disappoint. If you are a modern shopper with a penchant for large shopping malls, make sure to check out features such as the expansive Majestic City, glitzy Crescat Boulevard or the interesting merchandise of Liberty Plaza. On the other hand, if you desire an authentic local experience head out to the bustling Pettah market. At this lively and vibrant shopping area, you will encounter a remarkable selection of merchandise including clothing, footwear, fruits, watches, electronics and much more. Naturally, to obtain the best prices here you may have to bargain, so it makes sense to take a local that you trust with you.
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