Colombo is the commercial and business center of Sri Lanka located on west coast. The city blends together with old colonial type building, high-rise commercial buildings and hotels. This very city was ruled by Portuguese, Dutch and British. During the era this was a major port on the east-west trade routes. There are many ancient colonial time places and many modern places in this City. And also the golden-sand beach is not too crowded, despite its proximity to the city. Negombo is popular for Kite and windsurfing, a busy resort and the next nearest beach to Colombo.