Viharamahadevi Park
About the place
- Country : Sri Lanka , Colombo
- Address : Colombo 07, Sri Lanka
- Category : Parks and Gardens
Viharamahadevi Park
Overview
Viharamahadevi Park is a public park that is located at the south of Colombo near the national museum in Sri Lanka.
Historic overview
The park was built by the British colonial administration and is the oldest and largest park of Colombo. The park was originally named "Victoria Park" after queen victoria but was renamed after queen Viharamahadevi the mother of King Dutugamunu.
Architecture description
The park features include a huge buddha statue which replaced the statue of Queen Victoria which originally stood there, and a series of water fountains. It also includes a mini zoo, a children's play area.
Resources
omallqura website
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urtrips website
murtahil website
saaih website
