Negombo, situated north of the main metropolitan area of Colombo, is a renowned tourism hotspot in Sri Lanka. If you were to visit this place, there will be no shortage of things to do.

Negombo Beach

Negombo Beach | Img by: Denys Nevozhai via Unsplash 

First and foremost, Negombo is most renowned for its coastline. If you’re looking for lavish accommodation near the coast, you will have no trouble finding a Negombo resort. There are many to choose from, such as Arie Lagoon.

Hamilton Canal

During the Dutch colonial times, they constructed a remarkable network of canals to provide ease of passage throughout the island. Hamilton Canal is still widely used, and in addition to being a vibrant place to visit, is an essential part of Negombo’s infrastructure.

Dutch Fort

Another colonial heritage site is the Dutch Fort, which was built sometime during the late 1600s, with an inscription on the gate saying ‘1678’. The fort is currently serving as the town’s prison, so it’s a pretty interesting place to visit.

Lords Restaurant

If you’re looking to conclude your day with some impressive local fare, then this is the place to visit. It’s a massive complex that boasts a selection of seating areas. There are even many events taking place at this place, including live performances from bands as well as DJs.

 

 

Roland Lefevre is a travel writer who specializes in creating features on leisure as well as business travel destinations across the globe. Google+