Bolgoda Lake - 4 Things to Know Before Visiting

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Bolgoda Lake is located 45 minutes' drive away from Colombo. It is the largest freshwater source in the western districts of Sri Lanka. Bolgoda lake offers options for water adventures such as kayaking, jet-skiing, and boating. The lake also provides breathtaking views in early mornings.

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Beddagana Wetland Park

Beddagana Wetland Park

13.38km from Bolgoda Lake

Beddagana Wetland Park is situated in the Beddagana area of Ethul Kotte, it’s a paradise for wildlife and nature lovers. It is home to 40 species of butterflies, and 80 species of birds, it also has walking paths through lakes, ponds, and wetlands.

National Museum Colombo

National Museum Colombo

16.28km from Bolgoda Lake

Colombo National Museum is the largest museum in Sri Lanka established on 1877. The museum reviews the history of Sri Lanka and its stages. In addition to this many manuscripts and artifacts dating back to ages, the museum also has a huge library housing valuable and old books.

Viharamahadevi Park

Viharamahadevi Park

16.57km from Bolgoda Lake

Viharamahadevi Park is near to Beira Lake, it is the oldest and largest park in Colombo. The park includes a group of fountains, plants, and various trees in addition to the golden Buddha statue. The climate and nature make the park one of the most suitable places for walking and relaxation.

Gangaramaya Temple

Gangaramaya Temple

17.09km from Bolgoda Lake

Gangaramaya Temple is one of the most important temples in Sri Lanka and one of the most popular places for tourists and locals. The temple displays Buddhist legends and their stories, also various statues and antiques. You can also see believers performing their religious rituals, It’s recommended to visit the temple in February, where many celebrations and events occur.

Colombo Lotus Tower

Colombo Lotus Tower

18.13km from Bolgoda Lake

With 13 floors and height of 350 meters, Lotus Tower is the tallest self-supported structure in South Asia. Beside the magnificent structure the tower features a telecommunications museum, dining halls, luxury hotel rooms, and observation decks.

Galle Face Green

Galle Face Green

18.25km from Bolgoda Lake

Galle Face Green is famous for its abundance of plants and trees. With an area of 5 Hectares, people can enjoy their favorite activities in nature, making it one of the most attractive places especially for families. Also, the beach is distinguished by its beautiful white sand and clear waters.

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Western Province

Western Province

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The western province is in the Southwest of Sri Lanka. The Province is comprised of three administrative districts: Gampaha, Kalutara, and Colombo which is the capital city also the largest. The western province is famous for the large amount the educational institutions, it has the most schools in the country. The western province has a total area of 3,684 km2 and a total population of 5,821,710.

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