U. S. Navy Ports of the World (Classic Reprint): Colombo: Colombo (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Explore Colombo and Ceylon through a vivid port-town portrait that blends history, culture, and tropical charm.

This guide offers a traveler’s view of the Colombo harbor and the surrounding island, showcasing how centuries of trade, empire, and local life shape a place that's both bustling and richly atmospheric. Expect vivid scenes of ships, markets, temples, and the lush landscapes that shape the visitor experience.

- See the harbor approach, breakwaters, and the busy quay where traders and sailors mingle with native workers
- Meet the diverse communities, from Singhalese and Moors to charmers with cobras and colorful street life
- Visit landmarks like the lighthouse, Galle Face Drive, and the sacred Temple of the Tooth in nearby Kandy
- Learn about gem mines, pearl fisheries, and the island’s storied history of exploration and commerce

Ideal for readers of travel focuses and colonial-era port city portraits, this edition helps you envision a day in Colombo and the larger island world it sits within.

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