Colombo
The Colombo city has a colourful history that dates back to the 5th century when Colombo’s small port was an important point of the east-west sea trade. It is now a mixture of ancient, colonial and modern influences. Old ancestral mansions stand side-by-side with the ritzy condominiums that are springing up into the skyline. Street bazaars buzz right next to a few modest shopping malls. While some roads are clogged with vehicles, there remain many sleepy tree-lined boulevards. Unlike many south Asian cities, Colombo has at its heart a relaxed and genial air. Colombo is now entering a construction boom which thankfully hasn’t overpowered the charm of the city. Many international hotel chains will be making their mark in Colombo soon.