Colombo

Colombo is the executive and judicial capital and largest city of Sri Lanka by population. According to the Brookings Institution, Colombo metropolitan area has a population of 5.6 million, and 752,993 in the Municipality. It is the financial centre of the island and a tourist destination.

 

Location: Colombo District, Sri Lanka
Famous for: Its national museum and temples
Best time to visit: January to March is the best time to visit Colombo as it is the dry season. The chances of rainfall are low.
Tourist attractions: Galle Face Green, Gangaramaya Temple, Independence Memorial Park, Viharadevi Park