Architecture in Sri Lanka

Discover 5 places to experience unusual architecture in Sri Lanka.

Interior of the hospital courtyard.

Colombo, Sri Lanka

Old Colombo Dutch Hospital

This popular shopping mall and eatery once provided scant comfort to sick colonials and seafarers

Galabedda, Sri Lanka

Biso Pokuna

This enigmatic stone pool is all that remains of an ancient palace.

Sambodhi Chaithya.

Colombo, Sri Lanka

Sambodhi Chaithya

This space rocket-like Buddhist stupa sits atop two giant arches and can be seen from out at sea.

Richmond Castle, Kalutara

Kalutara, Sri Lanka

Richmond Castle in Kalutara

This palatial, 99-doored Colonial mansion is a marvel of architectural fusion.

The fanciful Jami-Ul-Alfar Mosque dates from 1909

Colombo, Sri Lanka

Jami Ul-Alfar Masjid (Red Mosque)

This mesmerizing architectural wonder will take your breath away with its unusual color patterns.

Buttala, Sri Lanka

Kumbuk River Resort

Spend the night inside a two-story elephant villa.

Are we missing something unusual in Sri Lanka?