Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte
Sri Lanka
- Safety rating
- 7.5/10
- Best time to visit
- December to March offers the driest, sunniest weather for the southwest region.
- Population
- 0.1M
Overview
Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte is the official administrative capital of Sri Lanka, located on the eastern edge of the Colombo metropolitan area. It houses the national parliament, set dramatically on an island in the Diyawanna Oya lake. Largely a government and residential hub, it blends civic landmarks with wetland greenery.
Top attractions
View the iconic Parliament complex, explore the Diyatha Uyana and Beddagana wetland parks, and visit nearby temples.
Getting around
Tuk-tuks, ride-hailing apps, and buses connect it seamlessly to the wider Colombo area.