Ramparts, moats and bustling city life
Welcome to the forgotten Kingdom of Kotte. The inner city of Kotte was surrounded by a rampart built with laterite rocks, a crocodile-infested moat and a marshland built in the 15th century. This was primarily a military base. Walking through this populated area, you will be amazed to see the old rampart’s remnants scattered across a large area.
Location: Kotte (Sri Jayawardanapura)
Distance from Colombo city: 8 km
| Trip type | City walk |
| Trail route type | Point-to-point |
| Length | 6 km |
| Cumulative elevation gain | Negligible |
| Level | Easy |
| Group size | 4 to 8 |
| Start | Boardwalk restaurant car park, Waters Edge, Battaramulla – 08:00 |
| Finish | Archaeological Museum, Kotte – 13:00 |
| Inclusions | Trek guide/entrance fees/water, snacks & tea |
| Exclusions | Breakfast/transport to the start point and back |
| When | All-year-round |
Highlights
Beddagana Wetland Park
Rampart & Moats
Veherakanda ruins
Kotte Archaeological Museum
What to wear
Light walking shoes/trainers
Long pants/Bermuda pants
Shirt/t-shirt/casual tops
What to put in your backpack
Cap/hat
Sunglasses & sun protection cream
Hand towel (optional)
Light waterproof jacket (k-way) – depending on the weather
Plastic bags – to keep your phone/camera dry
Emergency Phone Numbers
Copy of your ID or passport
Basic first aid kit
| N° of persons | 4-6 | 7-8 |
|---|---|---|
| per person | $25 | $20 |