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St. Mary’s Church Negombo: Why This Town Is Called ‘Little Rome’

Complete visitor guide to St. Mary’s Church in Negombo, Sri Lanka. Free entry, famous ceiling paintings, Catholic heritage dating to the 1500s, and how to get there from Katunayake. Combine with the Dutch Fort and fish market for a perfect half-day trip.

Sasa Park Negombo: What to Know Before You Visit

TLDR Sasa Park is a small public recreation area in Negombo, about 6 miles (roughly 10 km) from Airport Resort in Katunayake. It is a local green space used by families, joggers, and people looking for a quiet break from Negombo’s busier beach strip. There is no entry fee, no major tourist infrastructure, and thatContinue reading "Sasa Park Negombo: What to Know Before You Visit"

Katunayake Railway Station: Getting Around Sri Lanka by Train

TLDR: Katunayake railway station is the main train stop near Bandaranaike International Airport, located about 5 miles from Airport Resort on the Puttalam Line. From here you can catch trains south to Colombo Fort (roughly 1 hour 20 minutes) or north to Negombo (10 minutes), Chilaw, and Puttalam. Tickets cost between LKR 30 and 80Continue reading "Katunayake Railway Station: Getting Around Sri Lanka by Train"