Located in the heart of Colombo the National Museum is on the list of 'must sees'. With a history spanning 2500 years, Sri Lanka has a list of interesting artefacts to exhibit. The museum, which was established in 1877, holds a variety of significant artefacts from different eras in history. The galleries hold art, carvings, and statuary from the country's ancient past as well as swords, weapons and other equipment that reflects the colonial period. There is a magnificent royal throne made for King Wimaladharma in 1693 which is quite stunning and plenty of other historically significant artefacts on display. A visit to the national museum will be a breeze if you are staying in an apartment in Colombo such as the Cinnamon Life.