Parasta Negombossa

Negombo Essentials

Negombo, historically known as 'Little Rome,' showcases a blend of colonial architecture and deep-rooted maritime traditions. This collection features the 17th-century Dutch Fort and the Gothic-inspired St. Sebastian’s Church. The city's spiritual landscape includes the Angurukaramulla Temple, noted for its massive reclining Buddha and detailed murals. At the edge of the lagoon, the Lellama fish market remains a central hub for the local trade of fresh seafood brought in by traditional outrigger canoes.

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Angurukaramulla Temple

This Buddhist temple is distinguished by a 6-meter reclining Buddha statue and an entrance shaped like a dragon's mouth. The site contains detailed murals and sculptures illustrating the life of the Buddha and the history of Sri Lankan kings.

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Negombo Fish Market

Locally called Lellama, this large seafood market sits between the sea and the lagoon. It is the primary site for the daily auction of tuna, shark, and prawns brought in by traditional outrigger canoes.