Colombo, Brazil

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Colombo, Brazil

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Geographic Coordinates: -25.291900, -49.223900
Population: 212967
Language: N/A – There is no Colombo in Brazil

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Important Landmarks

  1. Galle Face Green
  2. Gangaramaya Temple
  3. National Museum of Colombo
  4. Independence Memorial Hall
  5. Beira Lake
  6. Old Parliament Building
  7. Viharamahadevi Park
  8. Pettah Market
  9. Mount Lavinia Beach
  10. The Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct

Museums and Things To See

  1. National Museum of Colombo – the largest museum in Sri Lanka with a vast collection of historical artifacts.
  2. Gangaramaya Temple – a Buddhist temple known for its stunning architecture and beautiful gardens.
  3. Independence Memorial Hall – a monument built to commemorate Sri Lanka’s independence from British rule.
  4. Viharamahadevi Park – a public park located in the heart of Colombo with lush greenery and scenic views.
  5. Galle Face Green – a popular promenade overlooking the Indian Ocean where visitors can enjoy street food, kite flying, and sunset views.
  6. Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct – a historic building converted into an upscale shopping and dining destination.
  7. Pettah Market – A bustling market that offers everything from spices to textiles at bargain prices.
  8. The Arcade Independence Square – A modern shopping complex that offers high-end brands for fashionistas.
  9. Gangaramaya Park & Seema Malaka – A serene temple complex surrounded by water bodies which is perfect for relaxation.
  10. St.Paul’s Church Milagiriya- One of the oldest churches in Sri Lanka which has unique architecture styles.



Cultural Events

  1. Kandy Esala Perahera – a grand Buddhist festival held annually in July or August.
  2. Sinhala and Tamil New Year – Celebrated every April with traditional games and rituals.
  3. Galle Literary Festival – A literary festival held annually in January featuring local and international authors.
  4. Vesak Festival – A Buddhist festival celebrated every May with illuminated streets, decorations, and religious observances.
  5. Navam Perahera – A colorful Buddhist procession held annually in February or March.
  6. Colombo Fashion Week – An annual fashion event showcasing local designers’ collections.
  7. Christmas Festivities – Celebrated during December with carols singing, decorations of lights all over the city along with special food items like cakes etc.,
  8. Holi- Holi is also known as the festival of colors that celebrates good harvests & fertility of land which falls during February or March according to Hindu calendar

Cuisine

  • Kottu Roti – a dish made with shredded roti bread, vegetables, and meat or seafood.
  • Hoppers (Appa) – a type of pancake made with fermented rice flour and coconut milk.
  • Lamprais – a Dutch-influenced dish consisting of rice cooked with meat or fish curry wrapped in banana leaf.
  • Seafood Curry – Sri Lankan seafood curry is famous for its unique blend of spices and flavors.
  • Ministry of Crab – one of the most popular seafood restaurants in Colombo that serves delicious crab dishes.
  • Nuga Gama – offers traditional Sri Lankan food served on banana leaves along with live cultural performances.
  • The Gallery Cafe – located inside an old colonial mansion, this restaurant serves fusion cuisine using fresh local ingredients.
  • Upali’s by Nawaloka – specializes in authentic Sri Lankan dishes such as hoppers and kottu roti served in a cozy ambiance.
  • Green Cabin – known for their biriyani, Chinese-style fried rice noodles (chow mein), devilled chicken or pork dishes.
  • Wadiya Restaurant – Offers authentic street food like egg hoppers (appa), string hoppers (idiyappam), pol sambol etc at affordable prices.

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