Come walk through ‘the town outside the fort’ famously known today as Pettah. An experience in itself, Pettah has its own chaotic pace. It is a melting pot of culture with hidden treasures from the past and present. It can be quite daunting if you venture there on your own however this easy to follow map and guide will ensure that you have an experience of a lifetime.

Pettah has an abundance of colonial architecture. The route will take you past the former residences of the Dutch Governor of Ceylon, a creepy old Town Hall, a Lighthouse that now serves as a Clock Tower, among lots of other interesting landmarks.

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Imagine a 72-foot chandelier, a jail cell of the last king of Sri Lanka that’s surprisingly located in a car park, a 10,000 rupee note from 1947. All these quirky locations are included on the route. The adventurous foodie too will not be disappointed. Traditional food items are available at the many street stalls not forgetting the most delectable fruits available at the fruit and vegetable market.