Independence Square

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Independence Square, situated in Colombo's Cinnamon Gardens, is a national monument commemorating Sri Lanka's independence from British colonial rule on February 4, 1948. The centerpiece, the Independence Memorial Hall, marks the site where the first parliament was inaugurated by Prince Henry, Duke of Gloucester, symbolizing the nation's transition to self-governance.

The Memorial Hall's design draws inspiration from the Magul Maduwa, the Royal Audience Hall of the Kingdom of Kandy. Its open-sided structure features ornately carved stone pillars and a tiled roof, reflecting traditional Kandyan architecture. Surrounding the hall are statues of seated lions, and at its forefront stands a statue of D.S. Senanayake, Sri Lanka's first Prime Minister, honoring his pivotal role in achieving independence.

Visitors can explore the Independence Memorial Museum located beneath the hall, which houses exhibits and busts of national heroes instrumental in the country's liberation. The expansive grounds of Independence Square, with their manicured lawns and walking paths, serve as a popular spot for relaxation, exercise, and cultural events, blending historical significance with contemporary community life.

Accessible year-round, Independence Square offers a serene environment amidst Colombo's urban landscape. Its proximity to other attractions, such as the Arcade Independence Square shopping complex, makes it a convenient and enriching destination for those interested in Sri Lanka's heritage and architectural beauty.

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About Colombo District

Colombo is the largest city and commercial capital of Sri Lanka. It is located on the west coast of the island and adjacent to Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte, the capital city of Sri Lanka. Colombo is a busy and vibrant city with a mixture of modern life and colonial buildings and ruins and a city population of 647,100.The Colombo Metropolitan Region, defined by the districts of Colombo, Gampaha and Kalutara, has an estimated population of 5,648,000, and covers an area of 3,694.20 km²

Colombo is a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural city. It is the most populous city in Sri Lanka, with 642,163 people living within the city limits. The population of Colombo is a mix of numerous ethnic groups, mainly Sinhalese, Moors and Tamils. There are also small communities of people with Chinese, Portuguese, Dutch, Malay and Indian origins living in the city, as well as numerous European expatriates.

The great majority of Sri Lankan corporations have their head offices in Colombo. Some of the industries include chemicals, textiles, glass, cement, leather goods, furniture, and jewellery. In the city center is located South Asia's second tallest building - The World Trade Centre.

About Western Province

The Western Province is the most densely populated province of Sri Lanka. It is home to the legislative capital Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte as well to Colombo, the nation's administrative and business center. Western Province is divided into 3 main districts called Colombo (642 km²), Gampaha (1,386.6 km²) and Kalutara (1,606 km²) districts. As Sri Lanka's economic hub, all the major local and international corporations have their presence in the city and so do all the major designer and high street retailers, so be ready to indulge in some retail therapy in western province.

Having the highest population in the all the provinces, the almost all the premier educational institutions in the island are located in western province. Universities in the province include the University of Colombo, the University of Sri Jayewardenepura, University of Kelaniya, Open University, Sri Lanka, Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University and University of Moratuwa .Western province has the largest amount of schools in the country, which includes National, Provincial, Private and International schools.

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