Wanderings in Sri Lanka - 1 - Negombo

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Relaxing, resting, recovering from the jet-lag, acclimatising to the hot (34c) & humid weather and generally having a good time is the order of the day, at a beach hotel in Negombo on the West coast of Sri Lanka, prior to setting off on a "round the island tour".
Colombo was an interesting city - we were slightly surprised by the numerous well maintained old colonial buildings, wide tree-lined streets and busy but not chaotic traffic.



On a day trip to Colombo we chanced upon a noisy colourful ceremony in a Hindu Temple - chanting, banging of drums and smoke - while, in comparison, the Buddhist Temple was quiet with many Buddha statues and praying monks. Old Colombo, down by the port, was a maze of busy narrow colourful streets, small shops and a lively atmosphere.



A boat trip along the Old Dutch canal opened into the large Negombo Lagoon & Muthurajawla marsh. Small shacks and colourful fishing boats lined the banks and many marshland birds with occasional Macaques were spotted among the mangroves.



Curries for breakfast, lunch & dinner - for WanderingPeter at least!! There is a wide choice of curry - all of which have been very tasty - notably a Jackfruit curry - but luckily the fiery chillies are generally significantly reduced for tourists!! - but they are still hot & spicy enough for us!!



Accommodation - Jetwing Sea Hotel Negombo

Weather - Hot & humid with occasional thunderstorms. 34c.

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