Negombo
Sri Lanka · 1 night
Feel the sand move beneath your toes, and the gentle waves kiss your heels as you explore Negombo's magnificent beaches. Observe fishers using traditional methods as they set out to sea in hand-built outrigger canoes and pay a visit to Lellama, where they sell their wares. Negombo is a vibrant resort that exudes old-fashioned colonial charm and has everything you need for a fun-filled holiday in the glorious Sri Lankan sunshine. This fantastic getaway is enhanced by a delightful bustling fish market, vibrant nightlife, and great food. Negombo has a lovely sandy beach, and water sports like windsurfing, kayaking, boogie boarding, and sailing are popular. Local attractions include Muthurajawela's wetlands, the ruins of a 17th-century Dutch fort, Negombo Beach Park, and Angurukaramulla Temple. Negombo comes alive after dark with many excellent restaurants, bars, and nightclubs. Lewis Place is a hive of activity and a great place to spend the night dancing; many unique hotels can be found just north of the town centre, along the beachfront. Tourists frequently visit the harbour early in the morning to watch the fisherman bring back their catch and score a new seafood bargain. Negombo Lagoon is truly enchanting, and its vast mangrove swamps are home to numerous water birds such as cormorants, herons, and egrets. Capital: Colombo International Airport: Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) Population- 142,136 Currency- Sri Lankan rupee Time: GMT+5:30 Driving side- Left Main Electricity- 230V Official Language- Sri Lankan Tamil language Religion: Christianity