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Colombo

The Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH), is a convention center located in Colombo. Built between 1970 and 1973, the convention center was a gift from the People's Republic of China in memory of Solomon Ridgeway Dias Bandaranaike, Prime Minister of Sri Lanka from 1956 to 1959.
The construction of the Hall was carried out by a joint Sri Lankan and Chinese workforce with a considerable portion of the building materials being imported from China.

In 1998 a small Exhibition Centre, the Sirimavo Bandaranaike Memorial Exhibition Centre, was built on the grounds as a gift from China.
The BMICH premises is managed by the S.W.R.D. Bandaranaike National Memorial Foundation (BNMF) which is chaired by the President of Sri Lanka.
The BNMF has an academic wing specialized in International Relations, Languages & Cultural Studies named "Bandaranaike Centre for International Studies (BCIS)" located within the BMICH premises.
The Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH), is a convention center located in Colombo. Built between 1970 and 1973, the convention center was a gift from the People's Republic of China in memory of Solomon Ridgeway Dias Bandaranaike, Prime Minister of Sri Lanka from 1956 to 1959.
The construction of the Hall was carried out by a joint Sri Lankan and Chinese workforce with a considerable portion of the building materials being imported from China.

In 1998 a small Exhibition Centre, the Sirimavo Bandaranaike Memorial Exhibition Centre, was built on the grounds as a gift from China.
The BMICH premises is managed by the S.W.R.D. Bandaranaike National Memorial Foundation (BNMF) which is chaired by the President of Sri Lanka.
The BNMF has an academic wing specialized in International Relations, Languages & Cultural Studies named "Bandaranaike Centre for International Studies (BCIS)" located within the BMICH premises.
Archade Independence Square at Colombo
In the picture is a Sweet Croffle. A must try at Plus Nine Four.

Cool Fact: Plus Nine Four focuses on incorporating Sri Lankan flavours into their items and was named after our country code, +94!

Walking into Plus Nine Four, I felt right at home! It had a very homely atmosphere, and there are a few tables outside and a few inside, so you can sit where you prefer.

The service was fantastic since within a minute of taking my seat, I was brought a menu. The staff was extremely helpful and friendly, going to great lengths to cater to our needs.
#TroverFoodies
Savoury Croffles #food #brunch #discoveryoftheday

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Top hotels in Thimbirigasyaya

Jetwing Ratnam Residence

Jetwing Ratnam Residence

3 out of 5
Bauddhaloka Mawatha Colombo Western
The price is ₹5,221 per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
₹5,221
₹6,200 total
22 Jan - 23 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and bathrobes. Popular attractions House of Fashions and Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference ...
Jetwing Ratnam Residence
Camellia Residencies Colombo

Camellia Residencies Colombo

3 out of 5
Sulleiman Terrace Colombo Western
The price is ₹11,002 per night from 23 Jan to 24 Jan
₹11,002
₹13,154 total
23 Jan - 24 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Raux Brothers and Arcade Independence ...
Camellia Residencies Colombo
Luxury Apartment in Colombo 7

Luxury Apartment in Colombo 7

2.5 out of 5
410/128 Bauddhaloka Mawatha Colombo WP
Stay at this apartment in Colombo. Enjoy free parking, air conditioning and outdoor pool access. Popular attractions House of Fashions and Bandaranaike Memorial ...
Luxury Apartment in Colombo 7
Shangri-La Colombo

Shangri-La Colombo

5 out of 5
1 Galle Face Colombo
The price is ₹13,184 per night from 10 Feb to 11 Feb
₹13,184
₹17,711 total
10 Feb - 11 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (533 reviews)
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Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025

Shangri-La Colombo
Galle Face Hotel

Galle Face Hotel

5 out of 5
2 Galle Road Colombo
The price is ₹8,192 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
₹8,192
₹11,282 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
Very classy hotel with a real colonial style and great staff.

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Galle Face Hotel
Marino Beach Colombo

Marino Beach Colombo

5 out of 5
590 Marine Drive Colombo WP
The price is ₹8,255 per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
₹8,255
₹11,067 total
2 Feb - 3 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
Amazing stay and breakfast

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Marino Beach Colombo
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Thimbirigasyaya

Only a very few of us can truly relate to this genre of music. This was a free gig that was open to anyone and everyone. Given that there were 2 other events happening in Colombo and Mount Lavinia, we ended up having this hardcore fans who enjoyed the fraternity on a Saturday evening. 

The only venue the rock community can get these days. But seems like this would be the last few concerts that we get to do here. The government is renovating the place, so they say. Till then we need to find another location.

Kirula

While Kirula isn't home to many top sights, Arcade Independence Square and Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall are some notable places to visit nearby.

Kirula
Independence Square in Colombo.

Cinnamon Gardens

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the museums and gardens in Cinnamon Gardens. You might want to make time for a stop at Nelum Pokuna Mahinda Rajapaksa Theatre or Sinhalese Sports Club.

Cinnamon Gardens
If you are a Geek Fan, Geek HQ is the place to go!! 
In the picture are both Veg and Non Veg Options; Geek HQ 's special burger named Its Cloebbrin Time, Chewie Sandwich the non veg option and Red's Big Fries. This all came to a total of around 4000LKR which was quite reasonable and was shared among 4 of us! Tip - Get their Special Burger and it's so huge that it could be shared among 3 for sure.#Trover #Foodie #SriLanka #BurgersandFries

Havelock Town

5/5(1 area review)

While there might not be top attractions in Havelock Town, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Majestic City and Marino Mall.

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Milagiriya

Milagiriya might not have many top sights, but Marino Mall and Bellagio Casino are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Milagiriya
Colombo, despite it's location alongside the ocean, still has a very industrial feel to it.  For some reason, the contrast of this scene resonated with me.

Bambalapitiya

While Bambalapitiya isn't home to many top sights, Bellagio Casino and Marino Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.

Bambalapitiya
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Wellawatta North

Wellawatta North might not have many top sights, but Marino Mall and Dehiwala Zoological Garden are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Wellawatta North


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