Independence Square in Colombo

Independence Square

Colombo, Sri Lanka

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Tours, passes & combos at Independence Square

Skip-the-line, guided tours, city passes and combo tickets — priced higher because they bundle extras beyond standard entry.

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Tripadvisor Free cancellation Colombo City Tour from Ahungalla, Kosgoda, Bentota, and Beru $120 View
Viator Free cancellation Colombo City Tour from Ahungalla, Kosgoda, Bentota, and Beru $120 View

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Construction started
4 February 1949
Type
Historical landmark in Colombo, Sri Lanka

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What is Independence Square in Colombo?

Earlier known as Torrington Square, the Independence Memorial Hall was established in commemoration of gaining independence from the British in 1948. Independence Square consists of the memorial hall, museum, ponds and gardens.

What do we do at the Independence Square?

The square often hosts the annual independence celebrations as well as other national events, and is the site for all civic and military parades and other national gatherings.

What is the story behind the Independence Square?

One of the largest public squares in the world, it was built by Ghana's founding leader, Kwame Nkrumah after Ghana became the first colonized African country to gain its independence on 6th March, 1957.

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