Independence Memorial Museum, Colombo
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Facts and practical information
Independence Memorial Museum in Colombo, Sri Lanka is located in the basement of the Independence Memorial Hall, Independence Square in the Cinnamon Gardens. It is maintained by the Department of National Museum. The museum was established with the objective honouring national heroes who were instrumental in the country gaining independence from the British Rule. The Museum has a series of busts, display boards depicting the names, images and information of the political leaders, clergy and the lay patriots who were at the centre of the struggle for independence. ()
Established: 2008 (16 years ago)Coordinates: 6°54'16"N, 79°52'2"E
Address
7 Independence AveDistrict 3 (Cinnamon Garden)Colombo 00700
Contact
+94 112 691 825
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- Calculate routeNarahenpita 23 min walk
- Calculate routeBambalapitiya 32 min walk
- Calculate routeThummulla Roundabout Bus Stop 26 min walk
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When is Independence Memorial Museum open?
Independence Memorial Museum is open:
- Monday closed
- Tuesday 9 am - 5 pm
- Wednesday 9 am - 5 pm
- Thursday 9 am - 5 pm
- Friday 9 am - 5 pm
- Saturday 9 am - 5 pm
- Sunday closed
Which popular attractions are close to Independence Memorial Museum?
Nearby attractions include Independence Memorial Hall, Colombo (1 min walk), Sri Lanka Cricket Museum, Colombo (4 min walk), National Planetarium, Colombo (11 min walk), Colombo University Observatory, Colombo (12 min walk).
How to get to Independence Memorial Museum by public transport?
The nearest stations to Independence Memorial Museum:
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Bus
Train
- Narahenpita (23 min walk)
- Bambalapitiya (32 min walk)
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- Thummulla Roundabout Bus Stop (26 min walk)
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