The tallest skyscraper of Sri Lanka- Colombo Lotus tower is also known as “Nelum Kuluna” in Sinhala. Colombo lotus tower is one of the most famous tourist sites in the town of Colombo, Sri Lanka. Standing at a height of 356 meters (1168 ft) this tower is the tallest tower in South Asia, 11th tallest tower in Asia and 19th tallest tower in the world. It has become one of the major tourist attractions in Sri Lanka and popular among tourists.
If you plan on visiting the country then this tower is a must-visit. It basically serves as a transmission tower for tv and radio. Besides being a transmission and communicating tower it also serves various leisure activities. There are banquet halls, shopping malls, hotels with suites, restaurants, museums, auditoriums and much more for the tourist to explore in the tower. There is a revolving restaurant at the top which provides a scenic view of the city. It completes one rotation every 90 minutes. This tower is one of the biggest highlights of Colombo and due to its enormous height, it can be seen from as far as 10kms from the main site. Approximately 50 television and radio broadcasters can be accommodated in the tower, along with 20 telecommunication providers.
Lotus tower can attract more than thousands of tourists every day. It is open 24 hours and 365 days of the year for the tourists. On special festivals such as Vesak, Pongal, Diwali, Eid, Christmas and many more the interiors of the tower are decorated accordingly. This tower is surely a gem in the busy city of Colombo and must not be missed if you are planning to tour this beautiful city.
Among the various things to do, some of the most popular and awesome things to do in Lotus tower are:
Stroll around the tower
The tallest tower in South Asia was mainly built to function as a transmission centre for radio and television. But it also hosts various recreational centres, malls, restaurants and leisure activities which the tourist can enjoy and spend quality time with their loved ones.
Eat in the Restaurants
There are various restaurants located in the tower at various floors where you can have any type of cuisine of your choice. Some are located on the third and fourth floors. However, the restaurant at the top is the one which catches the eyes of the tourists. It is a revolving restaurant where you can have delicious food along with the amazing and beautiful view of the entire city. Every 90 minutes it completes a revolution so you don’t have to worry about your surroundings while dining.
Enjoy a Shopping Spree
There are various brands available where you can buy clothes, accessories, shoes, bags, souvenirs and so on. They are located on the lower floors mainly on the third and fourth floors.
Stay in the best hotels of the city
If you are tired and do not wish to travel anymore then this tower offers you various hotels at 5th floor where you can relax and sit comfortably after a long and tiring journey and enjoy the beauty of the Beira lake through the windows of your rooms
Visit the Observation Deck
The observation deck at this place is a must-visit if you are visiting this tower. It offers an exceptional view of the city and also the interiors are beautifully decorated. Thus, you can click amazing pictures and capture your lovely memories.
Apart from all these, you can enjoy the ballrooms, recreational activities and much more.
Tower House
Tower House is the main part of the Lotus Tower as it is home to some of the most popular locations in the tower. Many tourists often love to spend their time at leisure in this part of the Lotus Tower. Tower house has a total of level with each level having numerous places of adventure, fun and entertainment.
Visit these places in the Tower House
Observation Deck: Located on the 7th Floor of the Tower House, Observation Deck attracts thousands of tourists. One can get a panoramic view of the city of Colombo from an elevation of 280 meters. Alongside offering a breathtaking view, the Observation deck of the Tower House is also home to several restaurants and other places.
Lotus Suite: If you wish to stay in the Lotus Tower, this is the best place. The Lotus Suite is the best place to give yourself a rest. After a tiring tour of the city and the tower, one can rent out one of the sic guest houses located in the Lotus Suite. These guesthouses offer a magnificent view of the city and its surroundings. Eat, drink and relax in the various guest houses of the Lotus Suite.
Revolving Restaurant: The most famous revolving restaurant in Colombo is located in the Lotus Tower. Located in the Tower House section of the Lotus Tower, this revolving restaurant is visited by thousands of tourists. This revolving restaurant takes around 90 minutes to complete a total-revolution. One can eat some of the most famous Sri Lankan dishes in the revolving restaurant of Tower House.
Banquet Halls: There are many Banquet Halls in the Lotus tower but the banquet halls located in the Tower House part of the tower are the most elegant and popular ones. These two halls have a total space of around 15000 Sq. feet and can accommodate around 600-650 guests.
Transmission Centers: There are two floors in the Tower House which are dedicated to various Transmission activities.
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