A Look into the Hamilton Canal
The Hamilton Canal is a 14.5-kilometre waterway that extends from Puttalam to Colombo and passes through the city of Negombo. Primarily intended for spice trading during colonial times, today, the canals are mainly used by fishermen. History History buffs looking for things to do in Negombo will…
Explore the Dutch history of Sri Lanka
The Dutch arrived in Sri Lanka back in 1602 mainly for trade. But later on, the Dutch took control of the country and made it part of their colony. Along with this, the Dutch began to make their mark by constructing various forts and buildings….
Surfing and Beaching in Sri Lanka
Do you consider yourself to be a real water baby? Here are some top spots to chill on the beach or catch a gnarly wave on your holiday in Sri Lanka! When Can You Surf? The short answer is all-year-around! Given that Sri Lanka is…
St Mary’s Church, Negombo in Sri Lanka: Early Catholicism in Sri Lanka
When European colonists first arrived in Sri Lanka, they bought many things with them – one of the most important ones being Christianity. Structures like the St. Mary’s Church are proof of the lasting legacy of European colonisation in the country and provide insight into…
Negombo Beach
Located in the western coast of Sri Lanka, and at proximity to the Bandaranayake International Airport, Negombo beach is the ideal destination to let off some steam after a long flight. Here are a few things you should know before you visit the beach. Overview…
Must-See Attractions in Negombo
Negombo is the first main town on the way to Colombo from the Bandaranaike International Airport and as such has quite a lot of tourist traffic going through. That turned the town into the quintessential beach town complete with swanky road sidebars and cafés. But…