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Although it's unlikely it will reclaim its 19th-century moniker 'the garden city of the East', Colombo has nevertheless emerged as a must-see stop in Sri Lanka. No longer just the sprawling city you have to endure on your way to the beaches, it has become a worthy destination in its own right and makes an excellent start – or finish – to your Sri Lankan adventures.

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It’s no secret that Sri Lanka easily charms visitors. What’s missing from most of these itineraries, however, is Colombo, Sri Lanka’s capital.

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