other · Colombo · Free · 2km from Colombo

A long seafront lawn between Galle Road and the Indian Ocean. Around sunset it fills with families, kite sellers and food stalls frying isso vadai, lentil fritters topped with whole prawns.

Best time to visit

Late afternoon to sunset

Typical visit duration

1 to 2 hours

Tips

Buy fritters from a busy stall that is frying fresh. Walk away from strangers offering to take you to a festival or gem sale.