Colombo is the chaotic and colorful central hub of Sri Lanka and it is going through a very big rebirth as you watch this video! The country has been through a lot of economic and political turmoil recently, but it looks like things are currently changing for the better. Join me as I explore some of the most well known neighborhoods in the city like Colombo Fort, Galle Face Green, Pettah Market and Cinnamon Gardens. If you've been thinking of going to Colombo and wonder if it is a safe place for tourists (especially solo women travelers), then I hope you will find this first impressions video insightful about what you could possibly expect.
Hotel I stayed at in Cinnamon Gardens: https://booking.tp.st/TvBpMoxF
Higher end hotel in the area: https://booking.tp.st/ayoJJ5hH
Budget hotel in the area: https://booking.tp.st/AlQRZWHw
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- Equipment I Use To Film Videos -
Main Video Camera: DJI Osmo Pocket 2 - https://click.dji.com/AIUwjIKoAG-F-P4uoSwKiw?pm=link
Action Camera: DJI Action - https://click.dji.com/AAGjfWjSvm9g0YSQockj8Q?pm=link
Photography + Sit down camera: Sony a6400 - https://amzn.to/3cSYaMK
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Microphone: Rode Micro - https://amzn.to/3muSHz8
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Alina