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Details About Colombo
Destinations » Asia » Africa - Middle East - India » Colombo
Colombo, Sri Lanka's political, economic and cultural center with around one million inhabitants is the island's largest city and major port. Visiting Colombo provides some insight into what makes Sri Lanka tick. Its history goes back many centuries and relics of Portuguese, Dutch and English settlements blend with Indian influences for a unique cultural mix. The center, known as "Fort," can easily be explored on foot. Adjacent to the "Fort" spreads Colombo's bustling bazaar area, known as the Pettah.
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Attractions
Dehiwala Zoo - Located about six miles from the center of Colombo, this zoo is one of the most attractive in Asia. Thirty-seven acres of undulating grounds are beautifully laid out with shrubs, flowering trees, plants, orchids, lakes and fountains. More than 2,000 animals include sloth, leopard, civets and other small cats, lizards, crocodiles and snakes. The zoo is also home to lions, tigers, jaguars, black panthers and many other exotic species. A troupe of trained elephants can be observed every afternoon.
Shopping
Handloom-woven fabrics in original designs, tea, spices, woodcarvings, pottery and gemstones may be of interest.
Currency
The currency used in Sri Lanka is Sri Lankan Rupee (SLR).
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