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Why book a flight to Colombo

A colorful, lively, multicultural and cheerful city, as modern and open to the world as it is ancient and bound to its traditions: Colombo, the commercial capital of Sri Lanka, is one of the must-visit destinations to discover one of the most authentic sides of the country. Colombo is often included in the itineraries of those planning a trip to Sri Lanka because, in addition to being one of its most important - and populated - cities, it is very close to the airport. It is also one of the best starting points for exploring the rest of the country. With Neos Air's flights to Colombo, you can explore the traditions and history of this extraordinary city. Temples and museums blend into the maze of narrow streets and colorful palaces, starred restaurants stand alongside street food stalls, and the pungent scent of spices fills the air. Colombo is an eclectic and open-minded city, much appreciated by all visitors. Thanks to direct flights to Colombo, getting there will be easy. On our website you can find all the offers for flights to Colombo: here is some more information.

Getting around Colombo

Flights to Colombo depart from Milan Malpensa and land at Bandaranaike International Airport, which is not far from Colombo. There are two main ways to get to the city: there is a bus line - number 187 - that connects the airport to the main railway station in town. It runs every half hour. Of course, you can also take a taxi to your destination at any time. There are also many buses in the city, divided into public and express lines. Another popular means of transportation also used by the locals is the tuk tuk, a small vehicle used as a collective taxi.

What to visit in Colombo

As the country's commercial capital, one of its richest areas and one of its most popular, Colombo is the perfect destination to discover not only a part of Sri Lanka's history, but also its more modern and youthful side. As it is also home to the country's leading university, it is also very popular with students. There are several things to do in Colombo to make the most of it. Take a walk around the city and discover one of the many markets that make it unique. The city's markets are full of local handicrafts and traditional fabrics, decorated with the Batik technique, but also spices grown locally. Curry and cinnamon are ingredients that are also widely used in traditional dishes. The Pettah market is one of the most popular among travellers. The Sri Ponnambalam Vanesar Kovil, one of the most important Hindu temples in the capital, is also located nearby. Communities belonging to different religions coexist in the area, and it is not uncommon to see churches springing up a short distance from mosques and Hindu or Buddhist temples. Among the city's religious buildings, the Buddhist temple of Gangaramaya is one of the most popular and a must-see. Due to the large number of votive objects, it is almost considered a 'temple/museum'. In other words, there is no shortage of places to visit!

Where to eat

Traditional Sri Lankan cuisine is very tasty: curry, turmeric, cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, milk or coconut oil are just some of the ingredients most often used, along with the inevitable rice. For a taste of the authentic flavors of the area, look out for some traditional restaurants or turn to the street food stalls, which are very popular in the downtown area. Curry rice and lentil soup are not to be missed, as are lentil frittes or kottu, a typical take-away dish. Be careful, though: they can be very spicy!