Art & Architecture of Colombo
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Port
Colombo, Sri Lanka
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Activity Level
Moderate Activity
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Excursion Type
All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At (prices in USD)
$200
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 6 Hours
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Meals Included
Meals included
Colombo is a fascinating city that links the past with the present. Its culture and art are a unique mix of Portuguese, Dutch and English settlements, blended with Indian influences.
Delve into the world of Sri Lanka's most famous architect, Geoffrey Bawa, often referred to as the father of Tropical Modernism. Visit Bawa's private residence to learn about his many accomplishments. This architectural treasure is a culmination of creative sculpting by its owner, where verandahs, gardens, courtyards and rooms meld together.
Drive past the Colonial heritage of Colombo - the Old Parliament and government buildings; Galle Face Green, where Colombo high society once strolled against the backdrop of the neo-Classical façades of the Colombo Club and the historic Galle Face Hotel.
Enjoy lunch at the Gallery Café before heading to elegant, white, colonnaded National Museum, the largest museum in Sri Lanka. Among the displays are a fascinating mask collection and outstanding Hindu and Buddhist bronzes. The museum also houses a collection of the regalia of the King of Kandy.
Please note:
Participants must negotiate stairs and/or uneven surfaces and is therefore not advisable for guests using a wheelchair or for those with mobility limitations. Wear comfortable walking shoes. You must remove your shoes at one or more location(s). Bags are not allowed inside Geoffrey Bawa’s residence and are subject to a security check at the National Museum. Photographing certain areas of Geoffrey Bawa’s residence is prohibited. Videography is prohibited at Geoffrey Bawa's residence. Camera fee applies at the museum for video cameras. The lunch restaurant is not air-conditioned. Serving alcohol is prohibited in Sri Lanka on full moon days and certain religious holidays - alcohol will not be served on those days. Tour does not operate on holidays and during a certain period in April.