Colombo

Notable spots

• 🗺️

  Galle Face Green

  Area

  Oceanfront promenade famous for sunset strolls and street snacks.

• 🎎

  Gangaramaya Temple

  Culture

  Eclectic Buddhist temple packed with relics and gilded statues.

• 🛍️

  Pettah Market

  Shopping

• 🏛️

  Colombo National Museum

  Museum

• 📍

  Lotus Tower

  Landmark

Best months: Jan, Feb, Mar, Jun, Jul, Aug and Sep

👕 Colombo in Oct: Short sleeves, plus a light layer for air-conditioned interiors; it's wet, so pack a compact umbrella; humid, so quick-dry fabrics help.