Colombo Town Hall
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A white neoclassical building with a large dome, completed in 1928, often compared to the US Capitol and located opposite Viharamahadevi Park.
Colombo Town Hall was founded in 1924 and opened in 1928. It is the seat of the Colombo Municipal Council. Its neoclassical design, with white walls and a massive dome, is often compared to the US Capitol in Washington, and it is one of the most prominent landmarks in Cinnamon Gardens. The interior is rarely open to tourists, so visits focus on exterior photography. It can be visited together with Viharamahadevi Park and the National Museum. The evening backlight makes for good photos.
Opening hours
Exterior visible all day
Nearby sights
- Viharamahadevi Park
- Colombo National Museum
- Gangaramaya Temple
- Beira Lake & Seema Malaka
- Independence Memorial Hall & Square
- Lotus Tower
- Number 11 – Geoffrey Bawa's Home
- Galle Face Green