| From time immemorial, Sri Lanka has captivated the | | | | Covering a total land area of over 7,000 hectares, the |
| hearts and minds of every traveller who has had the | | | | Muthurajawela Marsh and Negombo Lagoon are part |
| privilege of visiting its shores. A country seeped in | | | | of a greater wetland ecosystem. The Muthurajawela |
| history and culture, Sri Lanka is also world renowned | | | | Marsh is the largest marsh area in the country and is a |
| for its golden beaches, many of which still remain | | | | distinctive wetland habitat that is home to a variety of |
| unspoilt. Areas such as Hikkaduwa, Unawatuna, | | | | animals, reptiles and birds. The popular boat ride allows |
| Arugam Bay and Negombo are world famous for their | | | | visitors to take in the natural beauty of the area while |
| beaches and water sports. | | | | providing them with the opportunity to engage in bird |
| The fishing town of Negombo lies about 40 km to the | | | | and reptile watching. |
| north of Colombo, the country’s commercial capital. | | | | Located just 12 km away from Colombo International |
| The town itself is a busy one and was once a trading | | | | Airport, the Jetwing Blue Oceanic is a forerunner |
| port for the Portuguese and the Dutch. The city still | | | | among Sri Lanka hotels. The property offers travellers |
| bears many interesting attractions from the colonial | | | | a welcome break from the hustle and bustle of city life |
| eras including many impressive churches and other | | | | and allows them to relax to their heart’s content |
| historic sites. The area is also quite popular for kite | | | | with the sun, sand and sea to keep them company. |
| surfing, fishing and other water sports. The Dutch canal | | | | This Negombo hotel is quite a popular venue for |
| which flows through the town takes nature lovers on a | | | | excursions as well with the extensive stretch of beach |
| wonderful boat ride through the marsh lands of | | | | providing guests with plenty of opportunities to engage |
| Muthurajawela as well as the Negombo Lagoon. | | | | in a variety of activities. |