Discover the island's commercial capital
Colombo, the cosmopolitan hub of Sri Lanka, is a melting pot of delicious food, art, dance and music. Immerse in our culture and engage your creative soul as you discover the island’s capital.
It simply could not get more special than a month with two special full moons: a supermoon heralds in the new year and January 2018 ends with a blue moon. On the island, Duruthu full moon poya day is marked on the 1st while Navam full moon poya day falls on the 31st. The Duruthu Maha Perahera at the Kelaniya Raja Maha Viharaya is held from the 28th to the 30th.
Immerse yourself in our culture. Discover the melting pot of delicious food, art, dance and music in Colombo, the cosmopolitan hub of Sri Lanka. The island's golden, sandy beaches and turquoise seas along the southern coastline call out to the beach-goers this month. Savour the culinary adventures to be found along the picturesque lanes of the Galle Fort that range from sophisticated dining to hearty comfort food. Journey to the hillside and tee off at the Victoria Golf Course in Kandy amidst the mesmerising scenery of the rolling hills and wonderful climate.