Travel Guide
Discover the most beautiful places across the pearl of the Indian Ocean.
Old Parliament Building
The building was designated as the Parliament of Sri Lanka in 1977. Initially, the building was home to the Legislative Council of Ceylon and was witness to the country’s transition from a colonial state to self-rule in 1947. Completed in 1930, this building was home to the country’s legislature for 53 years until the new parliamentary complex was opened at Sri Jayawardenepura in 1983 CE during the country’s prolonged Civil War. Since then, the Old Parliament Building has functioned as the home to the Presidential Secretariat. Built in the Neo-Baroque style of architecture, the Old Parliament Building is a complete reminder of the Colonial past of Sri Lanka. It was built on an idea of Sir Henry McCallum. Designed by A. Woodson, the building was declared open as the Legislative Council on 29th January 1930 by Governor Sir Herbert Stanley. The architecture of the Old Parliament Building in Sri Lanka is stunning. The facade of this magnificent building has an entrance reached by ascending many flights of steps. The British Coat of Arms adorned the top of the building face till 1948 when it was replaced by the arms of the Dominion of Ceylon and later by the arms of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka.
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Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque
Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque is one of Colombo’s first establishments combining Indo-Islamic, Persian, Gothic revival, and Neoclassical architecture. Famed for its striking red and white candy-striped brick facade, the Red Mosque is a long-standing landmark on Second Cross Street in Pettah.
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Colombo City
Colombo is Sri Lanka’s commercial capital and largest city. It blends colonial heritage, modern skyscrapers, beaches, shopping malls, and vibrant nightlife. The city features landmarks like Lotus Tower, Galle Face Green, Pettah Market, and Beira Lake. Colombo offers sightseeing, shopping, and cultural experiences.
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Gangaramaya Temple
Gangaramaya is one of the oldest Buddhist temples in Colombo. It was started by Hikkaduwe Sri Sumangala Nayaka Thera in the late 19th century. Today it serves not only as a temple but also as a cultural and educational center.
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Galle Face Green
Galle Face Green is a popular ocean-side park in Colombo. It is known for sunset views, street food stalls, and leisure activities like kite flying and jogging. It was originally laid out in 1859 by Governor Sir Henry George Ward.
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Kelaniya Raja Maha Viharaya
Kelaniya Raja Maha Viharaya is a historic Buddhist temple believed to have been visited by Lord Buddha. The temple has undergone renovations by ancient kings and remains one of the most sacred religious sites in Sri Lanka.
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Yala National Park
Yala National Park was established in 1938 and is famous for having one of the highest concentrations of leopards in the world. The park is home to elephants, crocodiles, bears, deer, peacocks, and many migratory birds.
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St. Mary’s Church – Negombo
St. Mary’s Church is one of the largest cathedrals in Sri Lanka, located in Negombo. It is known for its beautiful ceiling paintings, stained glass windows, and colonial architectural influence.
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