Colombo, commercial hub and capital of Sri Lanka, is the first stop for the majority of visitors, where most of the shops, restaurants and banks are located. President’s Palace, National Museum, as well as a number of temples and mosques are some of the landmarks of this city.

Colombo is home to a varied population of ethnicities, religions, and cultures and has a strong colonial history. It is a city of contrasts, with opulent hotels and business towers adjacent to magnificent red-tiled colonial buildings.

Discover the 19th-century Gangaramaya Temple, one of Colombo's most significant temples, which blends traditional and modern components while being populated by orange-robed monks who adore stunning Buddha images.