Car Rental at 'Colombo - Hilton Hotel'

In Colombo, the tourists' favorite promenade is ocean-side Galle Face Green. This urban park stretches along the coast for several kilometers. Today, the most prestigious hotels, restaurants, and shops are located here on the waterfront. Colombo's waterfront is historic, it was formed in the 18th century and used for defensive purposes. Now it is converted into a modern recreation area with cozy cafes, picnic areas, and children's playgrounds. Locals love this place too, they come here to fly kites and walk with children. A lot of interesting holidays are held on the waterfront.
The city has fantastic Dehiwala Zoological Garden founded in the early 20th century. During the Second World War, it was completely destroyed but quickly restored in the postwar period. The present-day zoo is a huge green area with many beautiful trees and plants, spacious enclosures for animals are built among this natural splendor. This beautiful zoo is one of the oldest in Asia, for the convenience of visitors, its vast territory is divided into several thematic zones.

Here you can find several artificial ponds in which hippos and waterfowl live, as well as the Reptile House and the Butterfly Garden. Interesting performances with the participation of dolphins and other sea creatures are held in the Aquarium. Its visitors have a chance to see the rarest underwater inhabitants. Visitors to the zoo are offered many extra services. They will be able to ride elephants or ponies, as well as visit craft and souvenir shops located on site.
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