Location of Colombo

Colombo is the capital city and commercial center of the country of Sri Lanka. Located in the Indian Ocean, Sri Lanka lies to the South west of Bay of Bengal and in the south east of the Arabian Sea. The country of Sri Lanka is positioned between 5 and 10 degree north latitudes and so is blessed with a warm climate. On the whole, the average temperature for the country ranges from 28 to 30 degree Celsius. January is the coolest and May the hottest month. With the country enjoying such a favorable geographic location and a perfect climate to match, the capital city of Colombo has been registering a great tourist influx.

Even if there are other important cities in Sri Lanka, the capital city of Colombo exudes a charm of its own. Passed through the hands of three rulers, the Portuguese, Dutch and the British, Colombo has inherited an interesting history of its own. The end of the colonial rule presented the city with a unique blend of modernity and tradition. Colombo has a perfect balance of historical and geographical beauty. The ancient ruins and the monuments may be born out of the activities of man but the natural beauty is attributed to the prime location of Colombo. Situated within the geographical locations of 6 0 54' 0'' N and 79 0 50' 0'' E, Colombo has a treasure of dense jungles, sandy beaches, a panoramic view of different species of flora and fauna and a long list of sightseeing areas. Moreover Colombo's location on the prime East West Sea trade route makes it a busy sea port accessible by the traders and the tourists alike.

For its favorable location, Colombo can be easily reached from every corner of the world. The tourism of the country is developing at a faster pace making putting it on a favorable location on the world map.