Colombo is the main commercial center of Sri Lanka. Geographically, it is a perfect sample of mountainous and swampy terrain. The weather here is warm, except on monsoon days when it rains a lot. The natural harbor and its strategic position along the East-West maritime trade routes helped mark its presence more than 2000 years ago. It became the capital during British supremacy over the island in 1815 and was preserved even after gaining freedom in 1948. Few world-famous landmarks in the city are Galle Face Green, Viharamahadevi Park, and the National Museum. Despite being known as Las Vegas de Colombo; the city offers a wide range of cheap hotels in Colombo.
Numerous events, celebrations and festivals occur in the city throughout the year, which prominently attracts world tourism. The most beautiful celebration in the city is known as the celebration of the birth, enlightenment and death of Lord Buddha. In the Sinhalese word; you can say Vesak. The form of celebration is to decorate with lanterns, lights, and a special display of light known as a Thoran. People distribute rice, drinks and other food for free during the week of celebration. Such an act of distribution is known as Dunsal. This festival falls in the month of May. Hotel reservations in Colombo during the month of celebration increase. Colombo is a constituted city and a form of government of the mayor’s council governs the city, which also supports such events and festivals.
The funniest fact regarding hotels in Colombo is their availability on almost all major online hotel booking websites. Therefore, one can easily book accommodation in Colombo online even in the high season. Few major online booking websites can offer instant booking service and few can offer additional benefits like airport transfer facilities and tickets to events and shows. However, the city offers good public transport systems consisting of buses, trains, rickshaws, and taxis.
The elegant Colombo hotels have become synonymous with homelike service and facilities for a satisfying and enjoyable stay. Swimming pool with sun terrace and beautifully decorated rooms with all modern comforts and facilities just to pamper you. Almost most of the city’s malls are Wi-Fi enabled. There are many performing arts centers in the city that are known worldwide for their musical and theatrical performances. The name of some prominent centers are the Lionel Wendt Theater, the Elphinstone and the Tower Hall, all of which have a very rich historical background. Therefore, whoever is looking for adventure expeditions and natural achievements, should come to Colombo Sri Lanka.
