Colombo City Tour from Panadura: Spectacular Sights and Ancient Temples
Panadura
Embark on a spectacular journey through the heart of Colombo, Sri Lanka's capital city. Explore elegant colonial buildings, ancient temples, and discover the fascinating history and legends of this bustling metropolis.
Duration:
7 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Colombo National Museum - At Sir Marcus Fernando Mawatha (also known as Albert Crescent), next to the Viharamahadevi Park, the National Museum was Sri Lanka’s first and was founded in 1877. Its collection spans several centuries and a range of cultures, from the Sinhala kingdoms through to the British era. Highlights include the royal trappings of the last Kings of Kandy. There are also some superb stone sculptures, as well as Hindu bronzes and wooden carvings, Sri Lankan and European furniture and ceramics, and (to Western eyes) a fine array of grotesque masks representing Buddhist demons and deities. The museum’s huge library of more than 500,000 books is primarily of interest to scholars, but its collection of 4000 palm leaf manuscripts – created by etching the lettering into the fibrous surface of the leaf – are on display for everyone to admire. A small Gallery of mid 19th century paintings and etchings shows Sri Lanka through the eyes of British artists.
What's Included
- Service of an English-speaking chauffeur guide.
- Transport throughout the tour with an air-conditioned vehicle.
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off included.
- 1-Liter of bottled mineral water per person.
What's Not Included
- Entrance fees.
- Food or Drinks
- Gratuities
- Expenses of personal nature.
Additional Information
(SKU: LK60340200)The Colombo City Tour takes you on a journey into the heart of the capital city of Sri Lanka, to show you its most spectacular sights. View elegant colonial buildings rising in tandem with shiny new business constructions in the sprawling metropolis. Visit the ancient temples that create havens in the midst of all the bustle and hustle. Get to know Colombo’s history and legends through some of its most interesting landmarks. Embark in an adventure that shows you the wonderful secrets of Colombo.
Location
Panadura
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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