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Zoological Garden in Sri Lanka is situated in 11 km from the Fort – Colombo, the zoo has a fine collection of animals, birds, reptiles and fish from all over the world. The aquarium is the only one of its kind in Asia and displays over 500 varieties of aquatic life. Also walk through Aviary, Reptilian, and Butterfly Park to see another amazing world of wild animals. There is daily elephant performance at 5.15 p.m. Open daily between 8.00 a.m. and 6.00 p.m.

The National Zoological Gardens, popularly known as the Zoo, is a beautifully landscaped 30 acres in which a rich collection of mammals, birds, reptiles and fishes live in harmony with Nature. Although it was begun as a menagerie in the late nineteen twenties by John Hagenbeck a member of the famous show-business family from Hamburg, Germany, the Zoo was officially recognized as such only in July 1936 when the Government purchased it. John Hardenberg, who initially started the Dehiwala Zoo, belongs to a family engaged in animal circuses. He collected and kept the animals in this premises for trade. Mr Hargenberg exported wild animals to Europe to his brother Carl Hargenberg who was one of the biggest animal dealers in Europe at that time. It was then a mere 9 acres in extent but has steadily grown into a beautiful Zoological Garden exhibiting animals in naturalistic setting using modern methods of husbandry. Over 1.2 million visitors pass through the Zoo’s gates every year for it caters to young and old alike and is a source of healthy recreation to the average citizen especially those who come in family groups. To all its visitors the Zoo is quite tranquil haven into which they could withdraw from the bustle of urban life.

To hold the animals before exporting them to Europe he bought 05 acres of land at Dehiwala at the beginning of the century. This became quite popular among the residents of the area. The total area of the collection centre was increased to 11 acres to hold the animals received. Subsequently, the centre was taken over by the government in 1936. The extent of the land was increased gradually to the present status of 25 acres.

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An unforgettable tropical aquatic adventure

The Dehiwala Zoo Aquarium is widely recognized as a popular tourist attraction since it harbours substantial collection of aquatic life. It consists of an unparalleled range of aquatic life including freshwater, marine and brackish water fauna and flora, from different ecosystems around the globe. Visitors will witness rare and fascinating species such as Arapaima (The largest freshwater fish in the world), Lung Fish (A fish that has real “lungs” as of human beings), Polypterus, (a living fossil), large catfishes, performing sea lions and penguins from the different parts of the world.

Giving the maximum viewing facilities to the visitors the aquarium bears some aquariums where the public can watch them by the sides. The aquarium which is home to a diverse collection of over 100 varieties of fish and invertebrates as well as aquatic plants are exhibited in near-natural conditions.

At the nighttime these living aquatic species are exhibited under the lighted natural and landscaped environment and it is guaranteed to be both a memorable educational experience as well as a delightful meeting with the wonders of the aquatic world.

Opening hours for night expedition

• Daily -06.30 pm-08.15pm.
• Last admission -07.45pm.
• Sea Lion Show -07.45pm.

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Sobre o Distrito de Colombo

Colombo é a maior cidade e capital comercial do Sri Lanka. Está localizada na costa oeste da ilha e adjacente a Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte, a capital do Sri Lanka. Colombo é uma cidade movimentada e vibrante, com uma mistura de vida moderna e edifícios e ruínas coloniais, e uma população de 647.100 habitantes. A Região Metropolitana de Colombo, definida pelos distritos de Colombo, Gampaha e Kalutara, tem uma população estimada de 5.648.000 habitantes e cobre uma área de 3.694,20 km². Colombo é uma cidade multiétnica e multicultural. É a cidade mais populosa do Sri Lanka, com 642.163 habitantes vivendo dentro dos limites da cidade. A população de Colombo é uma mistura de vários grupos étnicos, principalmente cingaleses, mouros e tâmeis. Há também pequenas comunidades de pessoas de origem chinesa, portuguesa, holandesa, malaia e indiana vivendo na cidade, bem como numerosos expatriados europeus. A grande maioria das empresas cingalesas tem sua sede em Colombo. Algumas das indústrias incluem produtos químicos, têxteis, vidro, cimento, artigos de couro, móveis e joias. No centro da cidade está localizado o segundo edifício mais alto do sul da Ásia: o World Trade Center.

Sobre o Distrito de Colombo

A Província Ocidental é a província mais densamente povoada do Sri Lanka. Abriga a capital legislativa, Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte, e Colombo, o centro administrativo e comercial do país. A Província Ocidental é dividida em três distritos principais: Colombo (642 km²), Gampaha (1.386,6 km²) e Kalutara (1.606 km²). Como centro econômico do Sri Lanka, todas as grandes corporações locais e internacionais estão presentes na cidade, assim como todos os grandes estilistas e varejistas de rua. Portanto, prepare-se para se deliciar com as compras na Província Ocidental. Com a maior população de todas as províncias, quase todas as principais instituições de ensino da ilha estão localizadas na Província Ocidental. As universidades da província incluem a Universidade de Colombo, a Universidade de Sri Jayewardenepura, a Universidade de Kelaniya, a Universidade Aberta do Sri Lanka, a Universidade Budista e Pali do Sri Lanka, a Universidade de Defesa General Sir John Kotelawala e a Universidade de Moratuwa. A província ocidental tem a maior quantidade de escolas do país, que inclui escolas nacionais, provinciais, privadas e internacionais.

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