Colombo, located on the southwest coast of Ceylon Island, near the Indian Ocean, is the largest city and commercial center in Sri Lanka, and also the national political, economic, cultural and transportation center. An important port in the Indian Ocean and a world-famous artificial seaport. Sri Jayawardene Prakot, the actual capital of Sri Lanka, is located in its suburbs, but due to its proximity, Colombo is still recorded as the capital of Sri Lanka in many international official documents.

Colombo's name comes from the Sinhalese language Kola-amba-thota, which means "Mango Harbor". Later, the Portuguese spelled it Colombo to commemorate Columbus. Colombo City Hall, known as the "Little White House", was built by the British and is a neoclassical style building. The opposite Vihar Mahadewei Park is also part of the city hall, but the city hall is closed to tourists.

Colombo food recommendation:

1, Cotrotti

This is a snack made of pancakes, vegetables and meat. Kotto Turoti is one of the most representative cuisines in Colombo. There are many changes in this dish. According to different tastes and preferences, various meats and vegetables can be added. You can try this snack at a roadside stall or go to a restaurant to taste it.

2. Samosa

This is a delicious food with Indian and Middle Eastern flavors. Samosa is a small triangular pie filled with potatoes, peas and meat. This snack is very popular among local people in Sri Lanka.

Wade

This is an Indian fried food, usually a snack, in which soybeans are added. Wade is one of the most popular snacks in Colombo street stalls.

Above content reference: Baidu Encyclopedia ‐ Colombo