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Visit Duration: 1 Hour

Timings: All days

Entry type: Paid

Entry Details: No Entry Fees Required

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Beira Lake is an urban oasis. Located at the heart of Colombo, Sri Lanka’s capital, this 2.6-square-kilometer lake is surrounded by lush greenery, allowing for a peaceful and tranquil escape from the bustling city.

At the center of Beira Lake lies an island known as Beira Island, which has been home to many different communities over the centuries. This lake and its island have seen a variety of influences, from colonial times to modern-day developments and investments in eco-tourism.

With its diverse history and vibrant culture, Beira Lake has everything you could want in an urban oasis - stunning vistas, natural wildlife and plenty of fun activities to enjoy. Whether you are looking for something to do with friends or family or just want to relax and take in the breathtaking views, Beira Lake is definitely worth discovering!

Highlights of Beira Lake

•The Bastian Mawatha Bridge – This bridge offers a stunning view of the lake, and connects the two sides of the city.

•The National Museum – The National Museum is filled with artifacts that tell the stories of Sri Lanka's history. Don't miss its architectural beauty as well!

•Seema Malaka Temple – This temple has been around since 1982, and offers a tranquil atmosphere to enjoy. There's also a fantastic view of the lake from its terrace.

•Gangaramaya Temple – This temple was founded in 1899 and is filled with fascinating artifacts including stone inscriptions and carvings, as well as many statues of Buddha.

Colombo Zoo – The Colombo Zoo is home to many exotic animals, from lions to elephants to snakes and more! It's also a great place to take in views of Beira Lake from an unexpected angle.

Beira Lake Overview

Points Of Interest for Beira Lake

• Relaxing Streetside Vibes: The lake promenade has a unique atmosphere that’s perfect for taking a leisurely stroll and taking in the calming beauty of the lakefront.

• Abundant Wildlife: With its variety of aquatic life, birds, and other animals, Beira Lake is home to an amazing array of wildlife - giving nature lovers the perfect refuge to explore.

• Colorful Boats: One of the most iconic sights on Beira Lake are its brightly-colored boats, which make for a picturesque backdrop as you explore the waterside.

• Shopping & Dining: Beira Lake also offers plenty of dining establishments and shopping options for visitors who want to take advantage of their visit.

• Activities Galore: From boat tours and fishing trips to kayaking and stand up paddle boarding, there are many fun ways to get out on the water and enjoy all that Beira Lake has to offer.

Best time to visit Beira Lake

The glimmering light creates an orange hue across the water and surrounding buildings, creating a magical atmosphere that's impossible to resist.

Rather than getting stuck in rush hour traffic, opting for the evening dip into Beira Lake provides its own kind of serenity that you can appreciate away from the hustle and bustle. Plus, you can take your time strolling around its shoreline in peace while exploring its rich cultural heritage at a leisurely pace. This is especially true during the weekdays where it tends to be less crowded, allowing you to explore the lake without interruption.

If you're a fan of natural beauty, then visiting Beira Lake just before sunset is highly recommended as the foliage and palm trees create a stunning backdrop for your photos or just for pure enjoyment of this urban oasis.

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Is it safe to travel to Beira Lake?

Yes, it is generally considered safe to travel to Beira Lake. Of course, as with any travel destination, there are always risks involved, so it’s important to take the proper precautions such as not leaving your belongings unattended and avoiding poorly-lit areas at night. The local authorities have also taken steps to provide additional security measures in the area.

What sort of activities can I do at Beira Lake?

Beira Lake has something for everyone! For those looking for a cultural immersion, there are plenty of temples and shrines to explore. Nature enthusiasts will find plenty of opportunities for bird watching and other wildlife spotting along the lake’s shoreline. And of course, don’t forget the boat rides around the lake—a perfect way to take in all the beauty that Beira Lake has to offer!

Is Beira lake accessible by public transportation?

Yes, Beira lake is easily accessible by public transportation such as taxi or bus. Transportation options can be found at the nearby Colombo International Airport or Ratmalana Airport.

Badulla Tours Reviews

Yogita

Wonderful Experience

One of the best beautiful places in Sri Lanka. We booked a trip from the Banbanjara site. and over-tour was stated from Bangalore. Lots of beautiful places were visited by us. It was a very beautiful trip.

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Rohit Saini

Nice trip

Sri Lanka was a very beautiful place to visit. it was my 2nd trip and I am fully satisfied with their services and luxurious facilities. That time was really unforgotable for me. Nice recommendation.

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Mileman

perfect trip

The trip was mind-blowing and very beautiful to see Sri Lanka. I love the trip most. Over trip started from Bangalore and we reach the destination of Sri Lanka. we clicked lots of pictures their.

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Leong

amazing trip

We had a group of 9 friends and we booked tickets from the Banbanjara site. they give the best price to us. They personally suggest to us visit Sri Lanka once, it was a very beautiful place and it also attracted us.

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Har Looi

Excellent

Wonderful experience!! In Sri Lanka were ancient temples and they were very beautiful. and some beautiful places are also famous for visiting. Love the trip!!!!

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Nathalie

amazing trip

I am a solo traveler and I decided to visit sri lanka once. So I booked my tickets from Banbanjara. they give us the best price and facilities to us. and over guide was tells us everything about sri lanka during the trip. I was fully satisfied

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Pierre

Nice trip

It was a wonderful trip. Sri Lanka was an amazing place and it was my first trip. Everything will be perfect during the trip. I learned something new about that place and its culture. Cool trip!

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Bernadette

Excellent

We had an amazing tour with Banbanjara. total 10 people in over group and we live like friends. we enjoy too much there. Everything was good during their-the stay, the staff, local people, and the food. Nice!!

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Anand Shukla

Awesome trip

Had an amazing trip. the location was very beautiful. I love the cleanness there. the guide was to tell the story of that ancient place or temple. Its makes the enjoyable trip.

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Prashant kain

amazing trip

Memorable trip.......................beautiful place.....................the food was amazing..................the stay was perfect................the guide was also friendly with us.........................great recommendation.

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