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City Guide > Indian Subcontinent > Sri Lanka > Colombo | |
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Further Distractions Galle Face Green A seafront promenade and gardens that gets packed with lingering crowds and food stalls – especially at weekends. This is where the city comes to relax, and you will see kite flyers, cricket games and picnickers. Dutch House Museum This colonial mansion dates back to the 17th century. Formerly the residence of Count August Carl Van Ranzow, it has now been restored as a museum of the Dutch occupation. Focusing on the home life of the colonialists, the exhibits include furniture and ceramics, and give a good idea of the lives of the Dutch at the time. Prince Street, Pettah, Colombo 11 Tel: (011) 2448 466. Mount Lavinia A quiet sandy beach (arguably the best and most popular) only 13km (8 miles) from the heart of the city. On the beach there are little bathing huts which can be hired for the day. Focal point of Mount Lavinia is the Mount Lavinia Hotel. |