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Housed in a gorgeous colonial building, the Colombo National Museum is an amazing place that showcases the proud heritage of the beautiful country of Sri Lanka. This is the largest museum of the island and is well maintained by the local government. This incredible site contains a vast artefact collection such as the throne and the crown of the Kandyan Monarchs as well as many other amazing exhibits. The history behind this wonderful museum dates back to the 19th century. It was established in 1877 by Sir William Henry Gregory, the British governor of Ceylon back then. A visit here will be the best choice for you to learn and see the cultural and natural heritage of this island paradise. The galleries on the ground floor are arranged in a historical sequence and the upper galleries on a thematic basis, giving every opportunity for visitors to study the prestigious history behind this enchanting country under one roof. The ground floor of the museum demonstrates the various periods of the country starting from the Anuradhapura Kingdom with its model irrigation systems, stupas, stone carvings and statues to the Kandyan Kingdom, the last kingdom of the country. The exhibits are well organized and kept under good care offering you the chance to see the difference between each kingdom clearly. Beside this historical timeline there are some individual masterpieces that accentuate the value of the museum such as the Polonnaruwa bronzes and the museum's stunning centre piece, the gold throne of the island's last king. The Tholuwila Buddha statue is also a main attraction of the museum. If you are heading to Colombo do not miss this amazing chance to learn about the proud heritage of the country. The museum is open to the public from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on all days except Fridays and public holidays. Apart from seeing objects you could also access the museum library. You could easily find this attraction via your Sri Lanka travel guides. Sri Lanka tours will offer you a breathtaking vacation in this gorgeous island and take you to some truly spectacular sites. Jetwing Travels is one such tour company that provides a wide range of tours to a wide range of destinations. Chandrishan Williams is a travel writer who writes under the pen name, Caleb Falcon. He specializes in writing content based on the many exciting world adventures that await intrepid travellers. Google+
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