Fun facts about Negombo
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Negombo is sometimes referred to as 'Little Rome' due to its large Catholic population and ornate churches.
Negombo
Sri Lanka
Negombo, also known as Punchi Romaya and Mîpura, is a major city in Sri Lanka, situated on the west coast and at the mouth of the Negombo Lagoon, in the Western Province, 38 km (24 mi) from Colombo via the Colombo–Katunayake Expressway and the nearest major city from the Bandaranaike International Airport.
From the “History” section
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The name 'Negombo' is derived from the Portuguese corruption of its Tamil name Neerkolombu.
Negombo
Sri Lanka
Negombo, also known as Punchi Romaya and Mîpura, is a major city in Sri Lanka, situated on the west coast and at the mouth of the Negombo Lagoon, in the Western Province, 38 km (24 mi) from Colombo via the Colombo–Katunayake Expressway and the nearest major city from the Bandaranaike International Airport.
From the “Etymology” section
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Negombo was a major port known for its cinnamon cultivation, which was controlled by local kings and later by the Sri Lankan Moors.
Negombo
Sri Lanka
Negombo, also known as Punchi Romaya and Mîpura, is a major city in Sri Lanka, situated on the west coast and at the mouth of the Negombo Lagoon, in the Western Province, 38 km (24 mi) from Colombo via the Colombo–Katunayake Expressway and the nearest major city from the Bandaranaike International Airport.
From the “History” section
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The Negombo Lagoon is home to over 190 species of wildlife and is a major local and tourist attraction.
Negombo
Sri Lanka
Negombo, also known as Punchi Romaya and Mîpura, is a major city in Sri Lanka, situated on the west coast and at the mouth of the Negombo Lagoon, in the Western Province, 38 km (24 mi) from Colombo via the Colombo–Katunayake Expressway and the nearest major city from the Bandaranaike International Airport.
From the “Geography” section
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Negombo has been given the name 'Little Rome' owing to the highly ornate Portuguese-era Roman Catholic churches.
Negombo
Sri Lanka
Negombo, also known as Punchi Romaya and Mîpura, is a major city in Sri Lanka, situated on the west coast and at the mouth of the Negombo Lagoon, in the Western Province, 38 km (24 mi) from Colombo via the Colombo–Katunayake Expressway and the nearest major city from the Bandaranaike International Airport.
From the “Demographics” section
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