Taj Samudra

It could be ironic, that this, one of the most visited tourist attractions in the city, is not open to the public. But considering that people are well satisfied with merely taking photographs of its great architecture,

A museum that covers the history of the Dutchcolonial rule in Sri Lanka

The National Museum of Colombo, also known as the Sri Lanka National Museum is one of the two museums in Colombo city. It is the largest museum in Sri Lanka and among the must-visit places.

Colombo Shopping Colombo’s primary bazaar district is Pettah, located next to the Fort District. The narrow cobble-stone streets are lined with stalls and shops that sell a vast array of fabrics, clothing, handbags, jewelry, watches, electronics, shoes, books, household items, and much more, at really great prices. The goods are pretty much broken up by category. For example, music-related items are clustered around Malwatte Avenue, glass and mirrors are centered on Prince Street, and household items are likely to be found on Keyzer Street. Don’t worry about getting lost, because each lane leads back to the main street. Another good shopping area if you’re looking for crafts is the Laksala Emporium. Run by the government, the goods here are more expensive, but usually top-notch. Selections range from painted wooden masks and lacquer ware to batik and handloom cloth. For other high-quality items, check the Handloom Emporium, the Sri Lanka Gem & Jewelry Exchange, and the shops around the Cinnamon Gardens. Larger scale shopping is available, too, at Crescat Boulevard and Majestic City, both on Galle Road. These larger malls feature clothing stores, restaurants, supermarkets, and cinemas. Many shoppers in Sri Lanka have their eye out for the famous Ceylon tea. One safe bet is Tea Tang, with locations at Liberty Plaza, Galle Face Court, the World Trade Center, and the airport. Another good option is Miesna Tea, with shops at Liberty Plaza, Majestic City,Crescat Boulevard, and the airport. Colombo Nite Life Colombo has such an active nightlife, including casinos, bars, nightclubs, discos, and pubs, and some of the larger hotels offer shows featuring traditional artists. Much of the after-dark entertainment takes place around the Fort and Cinnamon Gardens area of the city. A few bars that are popular with both locals and visitors include The Mix Bar (Taj Samudra), Poolside of Hilton. If you plan to go dancing and clubbing, dress well and show up late. Most of the action doesn’t get started until around midnight, and there is some competition for admittance. It is not unusual for parties of single men to be turned away. Once you’re in, though, the party goes on all night. A few good options include KAMA near Ramada, Clancy's , Silk, Club Mojo (Taj Samudra).