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1. Colombo National Museum

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I especially enjoyed the bronzes and sculptures from the 8th and 9th centuries and the traditional Sri Lankan masks.

2. Number 11

Speciality Museums • Points of Interest & Landmarks

A short guided tour of the Colombo home of the architect Bawa , the gentleman guide was very knowledgeable .

3. Dutch Museum

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4. J.R.Jayewardene Centre

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5. Central Bank Currency Museum

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6. Sri Lanka Cricket Museum

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7. Traditional Puppet Art Museum

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8. Gem Museum

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