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<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?> <LscsResult><DestinationRootContainer><generalSectionContainer><cityStatus>active</cityStatus><entryPageActiveStatus>active</entryPageActiveStatus><Smartvel>disable</Smartvel><destinationTypeDetails><regionName>South Asia</regionName><regionLabel>South Asia</regionLabel><regionID>South Asia</regionID><country>LK</country><countryLabel>Sri Lanka</countryLabel><countryTranslated>Sri Lanka</countryTranslated><city>CMB</city><cityCode/><cityLabel>Colombo</cityLabel><airportcode>CMB</airportcode><cityTranslated>Colombo</cityTranslated><pageTitle>Flights to Colombo, Sri Lanka (CMB) | Singapore Airlines</pageTitle><cityLanguages>Sinhalese, Tamil, English</cityLanguages></destinationTypeDetails><destinationEntryDetails><destinationImage>/saar5/images/destination/top-banners/Colombo.jpg</destinationImage><altText>Colombo, Sri Lanka</altText><thumbnailImage>/saar5/images/fare-deal-images/Colombo.jpg</thumbnailImage><thumbnailAltText>Colombo, Sri Lanka</thumbnailAltText><cityintroTitle>&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;</cityintroTitle><cityDescription>&lt;p&gt;Colombo is not waiting for anyone in its quest to be the glittering jewel in South Asia&amp;rsquo;s crown. It&amp;rsquo;s an exciting place to be in because development is happening so fast. Through the dust clouds rickshaws leave in their wake, you can make out cars and taxis busily rushing through the city&amp;rsquo;s streets. They&amp;rsquo;re delivering high-flying executives to meetings in flashy new offices, and more tourists than ever to the growing spread of luxury department stores, hotels and restaurants.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;But it&amp;rsquo;s not all fast cars and skyscrapers in the capital. Stay a while, and you&amp;rsquo;ll be pleasantly surprised by how easy it is to escape the frenzy and find peace. There are beaches close at hand, boutique retreats to discover and leafy green boulevards for whiling away lazy afternoons. This city, you see, is the best of both worlds.&lt;/p&gt;</cityDescription><cityHoverDescription/></destinationEntryDetails><metaKeyword>flights to Colombo, Colombo attractions, things to do in Colombo, things to eat in Colombo, accomodation options in Colombo</metaKeyword><metaDescription>&lt;p&gt;Book your flight to Colombo, Sri Lanka (CMB) with Singapore Airlines. Enjoy our world-class service and inflight entertainment on your trip to this tropical paradise.&lt;/p&gt;</metaDescription></generalSectionContainer><whatToDoPageTitle>What to do in Colombo</whatToDoPageTitle><whatToDoODImage/><whatToDoODAltText/><whatToDoSection><category>Nature</category><categoryLabel>Nature</categoryLabel><heading>Yoga at Arogya Kendra</heading><Description>Practise your downward dog. Yoga has a deep-rooted history in this part of the world, so if you’re open to a spiritual journey, Sri Lanka is a good place to start. The expert practitioners at Yoga Arogya Kendra offer a holistic approach that incorporates meditation techniques as well as postures.</Description><insiderLabel/><insider/><whatToDoImage/><whatToDoImageAltText>What to do in Colombo - Yoga at Arogya Kendra</whatToDoImageAltText><links><infoLinkLabel/><externalLinkInfo/><locationLinkLabel/><externalLink/></links></whatToDoSection><whatToDoSection><category>Road-trips</category><categoryLabel>Road trips</categoryLabel><heading>Vintage cars</heading><Description>See the city from a vintage car. Malkey has been in the business for more than 30 years and has a fine fleet of vehicles, from a silver Morris Oxford to a 1972 Mercedes 280 S-Class.</Description><insiderLabel/><insider/><whatToDoImage/><whatToDoImageAltText/><links><infoLinkLabel/><externalLinkInfo/><locationLinkLabel/><externalLink/></links></whatToDoSection><whatToDoSection><category>Cultural</category><categoryLabel>Cultural</categoryLabel><heading>Enjoy High Tea </heading><Description>Enjoy high tea. Sri Lankans, you’ll soon discover, love tea and cake – a throwback to the days of the British Empire. Most of the major hotels offer great high tea packages. Try Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo’s five-star offering – an indulgent modern take on an old tradition.</Description><insiderLabel/><insider/><whatToDoImage>/saar5/images/destination/what-to-do/cmb/sri-lanka-tea.jpg</whatToDoImage><whatToDoImageAltText>What to do in Colombo - Enjoy High Tea </whatToDoImageAltText><links><infoLinkLabel/><externalLinkInfo/><locationLinkLabel/><externalLink/></links></whatToDoSection><whatToDoSection><category>Cultural</category><categoryLabel>Cultural</categoryLabel><heading>Gem Stones</heading><Description>Buy some bling. Sri Lanka, known as the “pearl of the Indian ocean”, has a gem industry dating back to Marco Polo’s time. The treasures at Stone ‘n’ String may be too precious to wear on the beach, but they make a beautiful ode to it, with designs made from genuine coral and freshwater pearls.</Description><insiderLabel/><insider/><whatToDoImage/><whatToDoImageAltText/><links><infoLinkLabel/><externalLinkInfo/><locationLinkLabel/><externalLink/></links></whatToDoSection><whatToDoSection><category>Nature</category><categoryLabel>Nature</categoryLabel><heading>Ayurveda massage</heading><Description>Have an Ayurveda massage. The ancient practice is widespread in Sri Lanka and focuses on balancing three basic energy types believed to be present in every person. Spa Ceylon’s luxury treatments are some of the best in town.</Description><insiderLabel/><insider/><whatToDoImage>/saar5/images/destination/what-to-do/cmb/Ayurveda-massage.jpg</whatToDoImage><whatToDoImageAltText>What to do in Colombo - Ayurveda massage</whatToDoImageAltText><links><infoLinkLabel/><externalLinkInfo/><locationLinkLabel/><externalLink/></links></whatToDoSection><whatToDoMetaDetails><metaKeyword>What to do in Colombo</metaKeyword><metaDescription>&lt;p&gt;Don't miss out on these activites when visiting Colombo&lt;/p&gt;</metaDescription></whatToDoMetaDetails><whereToStayPageTitle>Where to stay in Colombo</whereToStayPageTitle><whereToStayODImage/><whereToStayODAltText/><whereToStaySection><places><whereToStayHeading>Colombo Courtyard</whereToStayHeading><hotelDescription>The refreshing aesthetics of this urban boutique hotel, winner of the 2013 International Hotel Awards, can be credited to environmental designer Sunela Jayewardene. Her design is modern and luxurious, yet inspired by nature. Check out the hip Loft bar, which is built with recycled materials, for pre-party cocktails. Or after a day at the beach, opt for a soothing after-sun treatment in the Amber Spa. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Insider Tip: &lt;/strong&gt; Room 103 is a suite laid out as split-level duplex, with its own private courtyard.</hotelDescription><ratingLabel/><hotelRating>5.0</hotelRating><insiderLabel/><insider/><whereToStayImage>/saar5/images/destination/main/cmb/colombo-courtyard.jpg</whereToStayImage><whereToStayImageAltText>Where to stay in Colombo - Colombo Courtyard</whereToStayImageAltText><links><externalLinkWebsiteLabel>Book now</externalLinkWebsiteLabel><externalLinkWebsite>http://ajaxsearch.partners.agoda.com/partners/tracking.aspx?cid=1618815&amp;currency=SGD&amp;urltogo=http://ajaxsearch.partners.agoda.com/asia/sri_lanka/colombo/colombo_courtyard.html&amp;backlink=http://www.agoda.com.sg/singaporeair&amp;header=http://img.agoda.net/images/partnermarketing/clp/sgair/sgair_header4.html</externalLinkWebsite><locationLinkLabel>32, Alfred House Avenue, Colpetty, Colombo, Sri Lanka 00300</locationLinkLabel><externalLink>32, Alfred House Avenue, Colpetty, Colombo, Sri Lanka 00300</externalLink><contactNo/></links></places></whereToStaySection><whereToStaySection><places><whereToStayHeading>The Park Street Hotel</whereToStayHeading><hotelDescription>Housed in a 250-year-old former colonial bungalow on an expansive 0.8ha of land, the hotel’s calming environment is an antidote to the crowded city. Inside, the rooms have been faithfully refurbished and adorned with a charming selection of art and curios. The Begum Suite is a stand-out. Named after Begum Zarina, the second wife of Colombo entrepreneur Sheikh Salehbhoy Moosajee, it includes a veranda and outdoor dining terrace, and is furnished with Dutch colonial antique furniture such as a romantic king-sized four-poster bed. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Insider Tip: &lt;/strong&gt;Have a swim in the pool at sunset – the serene environment is pretty special whether you're on a romantic break or after a memorable moment alone.</hotelDescription><ratingLabel/><hotelRating/><insiderLabel/><insider/><whereToStayImage>/saar5/images/destination/main/cmb/the-park-street-hotel.jpg</whereToStayImage><whereToStayImageAltText>Where to stay in Colombo - The Park Street Hotel</whereToStayImageAltText><links><externalLinkWebsiteLabel>Book now</externalLinkWebsiteLabel><externalLinkWebsite>http://www.park-street-hotel-colombo-sri-lanka.en.ww.lk/</externalLinkWebsite><locationLinkLabel/><externalLink/><contactNo/></links></places></whereToStaySection><whereToStaySection><places><whereToStayHeading>The Wallawwa</whereToStayHeading><hotelDescription>In Sinhala, the mother tongue of Sri Lanka’s largest ethnic group, the term “Wallawwa” is used to express the concept of aristocracy as well as the location of a well-connected family’s seat. This particular Wallawwa, which dates back to the 18th century, is the oldest of its kind in the province. In its current incarnation as a boutique hotel, its sense of history and peaceful rural setting help transport guests to a simpler time. Tropical gardens, Balinese four-poster beds with free-floating drapes and a dreamy spa do just the job to help reinvigorate guests after a long flight. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Insider Tip: &lt;/strong&gt;The Mountbatten Suite has its own private garden with a plunge pool.</hotelDescription><ratingLabel/><hotelRating>5.0</hotelRating><insiderLabel/><insider/><whereToStayImage>/saar5/images/destination/main/cmb/wallawwa.jpg</whereToStayImage><whereToStayImageAltText>Where to stay in Colombo - The Wallawwa</whereToStayImageAltText><links><externalLinkWebsiteLabel>Book now</externalLinkWebsiteLabel><externalLinkWebsite>http://ajaxsearch.partners.agoda.com/partners/tracking.aspx?cid=1618815&amp;currency=SGD&amp;urltogo=http://ajaxsearch.partners.agoda.com/asia/sri_lanka/colombo/the_wallawwa_hotel.html&amp;backlink=http://www.agoda.com.sg/singaporeair&amp;header=http://img.agoda.net/images/partnermarketing/clp/sgair/sgair_header4.html</externalLinkWebsite><locationLinkLabel>Minuwangoda Road, Kotugoda, Katunayake, Katunayake, Negombo, Sri Lanka</locationLinkLabel><externalLink>Minuwangoda Road, Kotugoda, Katunayake, Katunayake, Negombo, Sri Lanka</externalLink><contactNo/></links></places></whereToStaySection><whereToStaySection><places><whereToStayHeading>Cinnamon Grand Colombo</whereToStayHeading><hotelDescription>Welcome to a place where senses are delighted and desires indulged. A place where you pick the pace and you choose the mood. If you're looking to explore the city or escape it, Cinnamon Grand is your perfect haven. It is located in the heart of Colombo's business, shopping and entertainment centre - just 35 km from the airport. Its rooms are luxurious and its restaurants serve up an eclectic mix of fine cuisine. It offers spaces for relaxing and spaces for discovering. Whether you are visiting for business or pleasure, Cinnamon Grand has all the facilities you would need. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Insider Tip: &lt;/strong&gt;There are a number of restaurants serving worldwide cuisines as well as a variety of street food nearby. They are located just a walking distance to the Galle Face Green.</hotelDescription><ratingLabel/><hotelRating>5.0</hotelRating><insiderLabel/><insider/><whereToStayImage>/saar5/images/destination/main/cmb/Cinnamon-Grand-Colombo.png</whereToStayImage><whereToStayImageAltText>Where to stay in Colombo - Cinnamon Grand Colombo</whereToStayImageAltText><links><externalLinkWebsiteLabel>Book now</externalLinkWebsiteLabel><externalLinkWebsite>http://ajaxsearch.partners.agoda.com/partners/tracking.aspx?cid=1618815&amp;currency=SGD&amp;urltogo=http://ajaxsearch.partners.agoda.com/asia/sri_lanka/colombo/cinnamon_grand_colombo.html&amp;backlink=http://www.agoda.com.sg/singaporeair&amp;header=http://img.agoda.net/images/partnermarketing/clp/sgair/sgair_header4.html</externalLinkWebsite><locationLinkLabel>77 Galle Road, Colombo Galle face Green, Colombo, Sri Lanka </locationLinkLabel><externalLink>77 Galle Road, Colombo Galle face Green, Colombo, Sri Lanka </externalLink><contactNo/></links></places></whereToStaySection><whereToStaySection><places><whereToStayHeading>Tintagel Colombo Hotel</whereToStayHeading><hotelDescription>Tintagel Colombo is a unique and private hotel, offering 10 individually-designed suites with all modern amenities and services. It is housed in a stunning heritage structure of national importance that was previously home to three of Sri Lanka’s political leaders. In November 2013, it was the chosen hotel to host Their Royal Highnesses, Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cambridge. With its close proximity to many embassies and places of business, Tintagel Colombo is a popular choice of accommodation for corporate travellers, and with its intimate atmosphere, is also a preferred choice of holidaymakers. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Insider Tip: &lt;/strong&gt; A quick taxi ride will take you to the wonderful Galle Face Green from where you can get a spectacular view of the Colombo harbour. The night comes to life with parties, clubs, casinos and pubs.</hotelDescription><ratingLabel/><hotelRating>5.0</hotelRating><insiderLabel/><insider/><whereToStayImage>/saar5/images/destination/main/cmb/Paradise-Road-Tintagel-Colombo-Hotel.jpg</whereToStayImage><whereToStayImageAltText>Where to stay in Colombo - Tintagel Colombo Hotel</whereToStayImageAltText><links><externalLinkWebsiteLabel>Book now</externalLinkWebsiteLabel><externalLinkWebsite>http://ajaxsearch.partners.agoda.com/partners/tracking.aspx?cid=1618815&amp;currency=SGD&amp;urltogo=http://ajaxsearch.partners.agoda.com/asia/sri_lanka/colombo/paradise_road_tintagel_colombo_hotel.html&amp;backlink=http://www.agoda.com.sg/singaporeair&amp;header=http://img.agoda.net/images/partnermarketing/clp/sgair/sgair_header4.html</externalLinkWebsite><locationLinkLabel>65 Rosmead Place, Colombo 7, Cinnamon Gardens, Colombo, Sri Lanka</locationLinkLabel><externalLink>65 Rosmead Place, Colombo 7, Cinnamon Gardens, Colombo, Sri Lanka</externalLink><contactNo/></links></places></whereToStaySection><whereToStaySection><places><whereToStayHeading>Galadari Hotel</whereToStayHeading><hotelDescription>Galadari Hotel is one of the finest hotels in Sri Lanka with the best of dining, accommodation and entertainment facilities. This 450-room beauty faces the foaming ripples of the Indian Ocean. Step in to be lost in unearthly cuisines, cosy hideouts, heavenly surroundings and the best of services. Galadari Hotel is not only a great place to relax, eat and indulge, but is also the finest place to celebrate. Delight and breathe the air of luxury situated in the vicinity of Colombo - the business hub and the entertainment city of Sri Lanka. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Insider Tip: &lt;/strong&gt;Visit the Old Dutch hospital, which has been transformed into a shopping precinct with international restaurants. Shopping malls here provide you with international clothing and anything you seek for.</hotelDescription><ratingLabel/><hotelRating>5.0</hotelRating><insiderLabel/><insider/><whereToStayImage>/saar5/images/destination/main/cmb/Galadari-Hotel.png</whereToStayImage><whereToStayImageAltText>Where to stay in Colombo - Galadari Hotel</whereToStayImageAltText><links><externalLinkWebsiteLabel>Book now</externalLinkWebsiteLabel><externalLinkWebsite>http://ajaxsearch.partners.agoda.com/partners/tracking.aspx?cid=1618815&amp;currency=SGD&amp;urltogo=http://ajaxsearch.partners.agoda.com/asia/sri_lanka/colombo/galadari_hotel.html&amp;backlink=http://www.agoda.com.sg/singaporeair&amp;header=http://img.agoda.net/images/partnermarketing/clp/sgair/sgair_header4.html</externalLinkWebsite><locationLinkLabel>64 Lotus Road, Colombo World Trade Centre, Colombo, Sri Lanka </locationLinkLabel><externalLink>64 Lotus Road, Colombo World Trade Centre, Colombo, Sri Lanka </externalLink><contactNo/></links></places></whereToStaySection><whereToStaySection><places><whereToStayHeading>The Kingsbury</whereToStayHeading><hotelDescription>The Kingsbury - as its name suggests - is an ode to the golden age of grace and elegance. Harking back to an era when royalty was revered and celebrated, you will be treated no different. It is situated in the vicinity of Colombo, the business hub and the entertainment city of Sri Lanka. The hotel offers unparalleled comfort and opulence encompassed in a classically designed property along, with a team of professionals set on delivering the highest levels of service. Unfold memorable experiences at The Kingsbury. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Insider Tip: &lt;/strong&gt;Drop by the Galle Face Green right beside the hotel, known for its breathtaking view of the Indian Ocean. Take in the magnificent sight that can be captured in all its glory from the stunning pier.</hotelDescription><ratingLabel/><hotelRating>5.0</hotelRating><insiderLabel/><insider/><whereToStayImage>/saar5/images/destination/main/cmb/The-Kingsbury.jpg</whereToStayImage><whereToStayImageAltText>Where to stay in Colombo - The Kingsbury</whereToStayImageAltText><links><externalLinkWebsiteLabel>Book now</externalLinkWebsiteLabel><externalLinkWebsite>http://ajaxsearch.partners.agoda.com/partners/tracking.aspx?cid=1618815&amp;currency=SGD&amp;urltogo=http://ajaxsearch.partners.agoda.com/asia/sri_lanka/colombo/the_kingsbury.html&amp;backlink=http://www.agoda.com.sg/singaporeair&amp;header=http://img.agoda.net/images/partnermarketing/clp/sgair/sgair_header4.html</externalLinkWebsite><locationLinkLabel>48 Janadhipathi Mawatha, Colombo World Trade Centre, Colombo, Sri Lanka </locationLinkLabel><externalLink>48 Janadhipathi Mawatha, Colombo World Trade Centre, Colombo, Sri Lanka </externalLink><contactNo/></links></places></whereToStaySection><whereToStaySection><places><whereToStayHeading>Mount Lavinia Hotel</whereToStayHeading><hotelDescription>The Mount Lavinia Hotel is a 275-room star-class hotel, one of the oldest and most famous in the country. It has been a hotel since 1947, but was the Governors Residence since the 1800s and celebrates its rich history from then on. This premier colonial heritage hotel earned a reputation over the years for its magnificent structure and ambiance, the old world charm which resonates to the grandeur of old Ceylon, its romantic legacy left by the colonial Governor General who used it as his residence, the exceptional service offered by its well-trained staff and its popularity as a venue for weddings. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Insider Tip: &lt;/strong&gt;Situated close to one of the best beaches around Colombo, the area is filled with wonderful seafood restaurants and pubs. Have a go at adventurous sea activities such as snorkelling and fishing while you're there.</hotelDescription><ratingLabel/><hotelRating>5.0</hotelRating><insiderLabel/><insider/><whereToStayImage>/saar5/images/destination/main/cmb/Mount-Lavinia-Hotel.jpg</whereToStayImage><whereToStayImageAltText>Where to stay in Colombo - Mount Lavinia Hotel</whereToStayImageAltText><links><externalLinkWebsiteLabel>Book now</externalLinkWebsiteLabel><externalLinkWebsite>http://ajaxsearch.partners.agoda.com/partners/tracking.aspx?cid=1618815&amp;currency=SGD&amp;urltogo=http://ajaxsearch.partners.agoda.com/asia/sri_lanka/colombo/mount_lavinia_hotel.html&amp;backlink=http://www.agoda.com.sg/singaporeair&amp;header=http://img.agoda.net/images/partnermarketing/clp/sgair/sgair_header4.html</externalLinkWebsite><locationLinkLabel>100 Hotel Road, Mount Lavinia, Mount Lavinia Beach, Colombo, Sri Lanka </locationLinkLabel><externalLink>100 Hotel Road, Mount Lavinia, Mount Lavinia Beach, Colombo, Sri Lanka </externalLink><contactNo/></links></places></whereToStaySection><whereToStayMetaDetails><metaKeyword>Where to stay in Colombo</metaKeyword><metaDescription>&lt;p&gt;Choose from a variety of accomodation options in Colombo&lt;/p&gt;</metaDescription></whereToStayMetaDetails><whereToEatPageTitle>Where to eat in Colombo</whereToEatPageTitle><whereToEatODImage/><whereToEatODAltText/><whereToEatSection><places><category>Chinese</category><categoryLabel>Chinese</categoryLabel><categoryLink>http://www.loontao.com/</categoryLink><whereToEatHeading>Loon Tao</whereToEatHeading><restaurantsDescription>Loon Tao on Mount Lavinia Beach is remarkable for two reasons: its food and beachfront location. Its authentic Chinese dishes are made with fresh Sri Lankan seafood and organic meat and vegetables wherever possible; try the hot butter cuttlefish, which is succulent and crispy, pepped up with red chilli. Within earshot of lapping waves, diners sit under a tropical canopy of twinkling lights while being entertained by live acoustic music. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Insider Tip: &lt;/strong&gt; The restaurant offers shower facilities to guests who wish to take a dip in the sea before their meal.</restaurantsDescription><insiderLabel/><insider/><whereToEatImage>/saar5/images/destination/main/cmb/Loon-Tao.jpg</whereToEatImage><whereToEatImageAltText>Where to eat in Colombo - Loon Tao</whereToEatImageAltText><links><locationLinkLabel>43/12 College Avenue , Mount Lavinia, Sri Lanka.</locationLinkLabel><externalLink>43/12 College Avenue , Mount Lavinia, Sri Lanka.</externalLink><contactNo>+94 11 2 722 723</contactNo></links></places></whereToEatSection><whereToEatSection><places><category>International</category><categoryLabel>International</categoryLabel><categoryLink>http://www.lemon.lk/</categoryLink><whereToEatHeading>Lemon Bar &amp; Kitchen</whereToEatHeading><restaurantsDescription>This stylish yet laid-back restaurant is popular with expats and for its continental take on dining. Sri Lankan food, which can sometimes be heavy with its mounds of rice and rich curries, is lightened here with a modern European twist. Take to the rooftop terrace to enjoy an after dinner drink amid the frangipani trees. The atmosphere fostered by owner Hemalallindre Ranawake (known as Koluu) is so much fun that you won’t want to rush off in a hurry. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Insider Tip: &lt;/strong&gt;There’s little about the Colombo social scene that Koluu – chef, writer, illusionist and local celebrity – doesn’t know, so if you’re after tips of any kind, ask the man himself.</restaurantsDescription><insiderLabel/><insider/><whereToEatImage>/saar5/images/destination/what-to-eat-default.jpg</whereToEatImage><whereToEatImageAltText>Where to eat in Colombo - Lemon Bar &amp; Kitchen</whereToEatImageAltText><links><locationLinkLabel/><externalLink/><contactNo/></links></places></whereToEatSection><whereToEatSection><places><category>International</category><categoryLabel>International</categoryLabel><categoryLink>http://www.paradiseroad.lk/</categoryLink><whereToEatHeading>The Gallery Cafe</whereToEatHeading><restaurantsDescription>Extending out from the ever-popular Paradise Road art gallery, this chic restaurant is centred on the courtyard of the former offices of famed Sri Lankan architect Geoffrey Bawa. The food is exceptional – try the black pork curry, you won’t be disappointed. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Insider Tip: &lt;/strong&gt; Besides browsing through the art gallery, check out the fantastic little gift shop packed with unusual gifts.</restaurantsDescription><insiderLabel/><insider/><whereToEatImage>/saar5/images/destination/what-to-eat-default.jpg</whereToEatImage><whereToEatImageAltText>Where to eat in Colombo - The Gallery Cafe</whereToEatImageAltText><links><locationLinkLabel>2 Alfred House Road, Colombo 3, Sri Lanka</locationLinkLabel><externalLink>2 Alfred House Road, Colombo 3, Sri Lanka</externalLink><contactNo>+94 11 2582162 / 2556563</contactNo></links></places></whereToEatSection><whereToEatSection><places><category>International</category><categoryLabel>International</categoryLabel><categoryLink>http://www.cinnamonhotels.com/CinnamonGrandColombo.htm</categoryLink><whereToEatHeading>Lagoon at Cinnamon Grand Colombo</whereToEatHeading><restaurantsDescription>This is Sri Lanka’s first open seafood restaurant. As part of the exclusive Cinnamon Grand Colombo hotel, however, it’s the location that makes this restaurant special. Take your pick from the catch of the day and the chef can cook it as you please within minutes. Diners can either sit inside and watch the chefs preparing their order in the open kitchen. Or – and this is perhaps more appealing – they can sit outside by the beautifully lit pond. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Insider Tip: &lt;/strong&gt;The Lagoon hosts a lunch called Maalu Maalu on Sundays where you can try authentic Sri Lankan-style seafood dishes.</restaurantsDescription><insiderLabel/><insider/><whereToEatImage>/saar5/images/destination/main/cmb/Lagoon-at-Cinnamon-Grand.jpg</whereToEatImage><whereToEatImageAltText>Where to eat in Colombo - Lagoon at Cinnamon Grand Colombo</whereToEatImageAltText><links><locationLinkLabel>77, Galle Road, Colombo 03, Sri Lanka</locationLinkLabel><externalLink>77, Galle Road, Colombo 03, Sri Lanka</externalLink><contactNo>+94 11 2497371 / 2437437</contactNo></links></places></whereToEatSection><whereToEatSection><places><category>Indian</category><categoryLabel>Indian</categoryLabel><categoryLink>http://www.tajhotels.com/</categoryLink><whereToEatHeading>Navratna</whereToEatHeading><restaurantsDescription>If being in South Asia is turning you into a budding curry connoisseur, you’ll want to sample the range of North Indian dishes on offer in this spacious restaurant in the Taj Samudra hotel. The Bengali dish Chingri Macher Malai Curry, a fresh lagoon prawn curry cooked in coconut cream, is easy on the palate, while the Goan Lamb Vindaloo is a more fiery option. Master chef Bhumi Chauhan’s speciality, however, is the Kadhai Jhinga – a Mughlai dish of prawns cooked with tomatoes and coriander. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Insider Tip: &lt;/strong&gt;The restaurant serves a delicious selection of traditional North Indian sweets. Its newest addition, the creamy ras malai – balls of cottage cheese soaked in sweetened milk – is a must-try.</restaurantsDescription><insiderLabel/><insider/><whereToEatImage>/saar5/images/destination/main/cmb/Navratna.jpg</whereToEatImage><whereToEatImageAltText>Where to eat in Colombo - Navratna</whereToEatImageAltText><links><locationLinkLabel/><externalLink/><contactNo/></links></places></whereToEatSection><whereToEatMetaDetails><metaKeyword>Where to eat in Colombo</metaKeyword><metaDescription>&lt;p&gt;Choose from a variety of F&amp;amp;B options when visiting Colombo&lt;/p&gt;</metaDescription></whereToEatMetaDetails></DestinationRootContainer><SmartVel><smartLocale>en</smartLocale><smartCity>Colombo</smartCity></SmartVel><deviceTypeElement><deviceType>desktop</deviceType></deviceTypeElement><JsonStringContainer><JsonString>{"masthead": {"items": [{"country": "Sri Lanka","destinationCountryCode": "LK","destinationCityCode": "CMB","capital": "Colombo","readMore": "Read More","readLess": "Read Less","favourites": "Add to favourites","image": "/saar5/images/destination/top-banners/Colombo.jpg"}]},"fareDeal": {"introTitle": "&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;","introDescrition": "&lt;p&gt;Colombo is not waiting for anyone in its quest to be the glittering jewel in South Asia&amp;rsquo;s crown. It&amp;rsquo;s an exciting place to be in because development is happening so fast. Through the dust clouds rickshaws leave in their wake, you can make out cars and taxis busily rushing through the city&amp;rsquo;s streets. They&amp;rsquo;re delivering high-flying executives to meetings in flashy new offices, and more tourists than ever to the growing spread of luxury department stores, hotels and restaurants.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;But it&amp;rsquo;s not all fast cars and skyscrapers in the capital. Stay a while, and you&amp;rsquo;ll be pleasantly surprised by how easy it is to escape the frenzy and find peace. There are beaches close at hand, boutique retreats to discover and leafy green boulevards for whiling away lazy afternoons. 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