Attractions in Negombo

Overview

Explore Negombo and its historic attractions from the Dutch Fort to the Angurukaramulla Temple or explore the tropical beauty of the Hamilton Canal that runs through the city and connects through to Colombo.

St Mary’s Church

Christianity has existed in Sri Lanka from as early as the 16th century, with records showing that there were designated areas for Christians in the country’s...

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Dutch Fort

Sri Lanka’s history is littered with periods of brutal colonization under foreign rule, and the remnants of those war-fueled ages can be seen in buildings such...

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Angurukaramulla Temple

In the heart of the city of Negombo, in Sri Lanka’s Western Province, the Angurukaramulla Temple is known for the dragon-head that guards its...

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Negombo Fish Market

Negombo made its start as a fishing community, and fishermen today continue to hawk their wares on the city’s sandy shores. Starting from as early as 4AM...

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Negombo Beach

Negombo is a coastal city that is one of Sri Lanka’s largest economic centres, known for the Dutch Canal that runs through the heart of the city...

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Hamilton Canal

The Hamilton Canal (or the Dutch Canal, as it is sometimes known) is a waterway that stretches for 14.5 kilometres between the town of Puttalam and the city...

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