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1. www.britannica.com › place › ColomboColombo | Sri Lanka, Map, Population, & Facts | Britannica

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   Jun 20, 2024 · Colombo, city, executive and judicial capital of Sri Lanka. Situated on the west coast of the island, just south of the Kelani River, Colombo is a principal port on the Indian Ocean. It has one of the largest artificial harbors in the world. Its oldest districts are known as the Fort and the Pettah.

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2. www.tajhotels.com › en-in › hotelsTaj Samudra, Colombo - 5 Star Hotel in Colombo | Taj Hotels

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   3 days ago · Overlooking the iconic Galle Face Green in Sri Lanka, Taj Samudra stands as the best luxury hotel in Colombo. Here, you will be treated to captivating vistas of the enchanting Indian Ocean and the bustling city of Colombo.

   • Location: Taj Samudra, Colombo No 25, Katunayake, 00300

   • Phone: 011 2 446622

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5. trip101.com › article › places-to-stay-colombo15 Best Places To Stay In Colombo, Sri Lanka - Updated 2024

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   Jun 21, 2024 · It enjoys a strategic position in the midst of the mighty Indian Ocean and has a big and important harbor. The city has a lot to offer to both visitors as well as locals. Here are some of the best places to stay in Colombo, whether you are visiting the city for business or leisure.

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6. www.tripadvisor.com › Attractions-g293962THE 10 BEST Free Things to Do in Colombo - Tripadvisor

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   Jun 22, 2024 · Highly rated activities with free entry in Colombo: The top things to do for free. See Tripadvisor's 251,481 traveler reviews and photos of Colombo free attractions.

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   What is Colombo known for?

   • It remains a tourist attraction, hosting regattas, and theatrical events on its shores. The Northern and North-Eastern border of the city of Colombo is formed by the Kelani River, which meets the sea in a part of the city known as the Modera ( mōdara in Sinhala) which means river delta .

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   Where is Colombo located?

   • It is located on the west coast of the island and adjacent to the Greater Colombo area which includes Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte, the legislative capital of Sri Lanka, and Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia. Colombo is often referred to as the capital since Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte is itself within the urban/suburban area of Colombo.

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   Is Colombo still the capital of Sri Lanka?

   • Although Colombo lost its status as the capital of Sri Lanka in the 1980s to Sri Jayawardanapura, it continues to be the island's commercial centre. Despite the official capital of Sri Lanka moving to the adjacent Sri Jayawardanapura Kotte, most countries still maintain their diplomatic missions in Colombo.

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   How do you get to know Colombo?

   • You really get to know Colombo as you spend 4 hours going to old historic buildings, such as the Gangaramaya Buddhist Temple, the Old Dutch Hospital, and even more places on this list! You can also take a tuk-tuk city tour in Colombo, for a classic Sri Lanka experience!

   20 BEST Things to do in Colombo, Sri Lanka

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8. www.tripadvisor.com › Attractions-g293962THE 10 BEST Indoor Things to Do in Colombo (Updated 2024)

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   Jun 27, 2024 · Highly rated activities for a rainy day in Colombo: The top indoor things to do in Colombo. See Tripadvisor's 251,175 traveler reviews and photos of Colombo rainy day attractions.

9. trip101.com › article › day-trips-from-colombo12 Best Day Trips From Colombo, Sri Lanka - Updated 2024

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   Jun 26, 2024 · The cosmopolitan city of Colombo is your gateway to Sri Lanka. Despite having modern hotels and tall office buildings, Colombo still holds onto its colonial heritage with buildings made during the time of the British.

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    6 days ago · A writer goes looking for his great-grandfather's grave in Colombo's beautiful Borella cemetery, and discovers a cosmopolitan past