Attractions in Western, Sri Lanka (1056)
National Zoological Gardens
30 Recommendations: 30 Favorable,
Just south of Colombo is the National Zoological Gardens . It covers a vast area and is quite well planned out. It is the home for many types of Animals found not only in Sri Lanka , but from other countries as well. It attracts many visitors foreign as well as local.
Reviewed by Anil Pathmaperuma
Updated 583 days ago
Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia
28 Recommendations: 27 Favorable, 1 Critical
Mount Lavinia is the nicest beach closest to Colombo, just south of Colombo. The golden sands and beautiful sunsets are glorious. Lots of nice hotels are in the area with many guest houses too..................................... ....................
Reviewed by Anil Pathmaperuma
Updated 525 days ago
Cinnamon Grand Hotel
26 Recommendations: 26 Favorable,
Probably the Best Hotel in Colombo. Not cheap at all, but well worth the money. Has all the facilities for any discerning guest. Is situated quite close to downtown Fort and also within walking distance to the Galle Face Green. There is an adjoining shopping mall complete with Supermarket and Food Court.
Reviewed by Anil Pathmaperuma
Updated 583 days ago
Sinharaja Forest
27 Recommendations: 26 Favorable, 1 Critical
Thick lush forest ! Gurgling streams all year round. Beautiful Butterflies and Birds. Dragonflies ! Snakes and insects too. The famous Pitcher plant ! Take care of the leeches. A year round attraction. Be ready to walk, walk and walk. You will not be disappointed !
Reviewed by Anil Pathmaperuma
Updated 583 days ago
Galle Face Hotel
26 Recommendations: 26 Favorable,
The best of the New and the Old, that is what the Galle Face Hotel is about. If you are just visiting Colombo on Business, or going on a Tour around the Island, do not forget to stay at least one night at this lovely hotel. The Galle Face Green, right in front enhances the ambience.
Reviewed by Anil Pathmaperuma
Updated 583 days ago
National Museum of Natural History
27 Recommendations: 26 Favorable, 1 Critical
A nice place to spend the day ! The Natural History section is in a separate building. It gives the visitor a thorough understanding of our natural resources as well as an in depth look at our fauna and flora. If you really want to know what made Sri Lanka, don't miss this.
Reviewed by Anil Pathmaperuma
Updated 583 days ago
Rumassala, Unawatuna
24 Recommendations: 24 Favorable,
A beautiful place with many rare medicinal plants. Also the sea around rumassala contains some of the most beautiful corals of Sri Lanka. Though some of these was destroyed by the Tsunami, they seem to have recovered fast. The are though close to the Galle City, is quite well protected.
Reviewed by Anil Pathmaperuma
Updated 582 days ago
Galleface Green
23 Recommendations: 23 Favorable,
The Galle Face Green is a nice place to be in the Evenings. There is a lot of activities going on. The vendors are selling different types of spicy foods. Lots of families come with their children. Kites are flown overhead. Lovers meet and walk around hand in hand. People who are fitness minded can be seen walking briskly or jogging along. The sunsets are beautiful to watch.
Reviewed by Anil Pathmaperuma
Updated 825 days ago
Thanthirimale Raja Maha Vihara
22 Recommendations: 22 Favorable,
This is really beautiful place to visit and see. It is an ancient site, where Buddhism was first introduced to this Island. It has survived the latest war, which lasted almost 30 years. A serene and tranquil place, not to be missed at all. The views are stunning !
Reviewed by Anil Pathmaperuma
Updated 576 days ago
Fort, Galle
22 Recommendations: 22 Favorable,
A must visit place. Dutch Buildings and impressive Fortifications. Taken over by the Dutch from the Portugese, then taken over by the British. Lots of small avenues. Some Mansion type buildings, churches, and a number of hotels too. Is a Heritage Site.
Reviewed by Anil Pathmaperuma
Updated 583 days ago
