The Arcade Independence Square is a shopping complex in the city of Colombo in Sri Lanka, housed in a group of renovated buildings including the former Jawatta Lunatic Asylum (later known as the Auditor General's building) and the former Western Provincial Council Building. It was built as a part of the Independence Square Redevelopment programme initiated by the Sri Lankan Government. The building was constructed in 1889 at a cost of Rs 450,000. In 2012, the Urban Development Authority commenced the renovation of the buildings and special care was taken to preserve their original architectural features whilst adding modern technological features and amenitie
The first mile post erected during the British era can be seen in front of the Galle Face Green.
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Sri Lanka is an island paradise that is blessed by endless blue ocean, clean sanded golden beaches and breathtaking scenery which attract the attention of Tourists welcoming then to its embrace to enjoy a stroll through the beaches, swim in the crystal clear water, weave through waves by sailing, surfing or just floating giving visitors a very mesmerizing opportunity to amble along the precious coastal lines. Among such breathtaking scenic beaches, the Galle Face hold the most mesmerizing vintage point to the denizens of the heart of the Colombo. Not only for the denizens of Colombo but also the visitors of both local and foreign have a favorable impression on the freedom offered at the Galle Face. Surpassing other luxurious beaches in Sri Lanka the Galle Face have its uniqueness due to its strategic location its popularity and its usage in diverse Tourism and other activities. Numerous extravagant luxurious events, national and political events, colorful tourism events, sports events such as horse races, golfing and kite festivals as well as fireworks shows attract the attention of millions of spectators world wide. As every great monument have their own tales, the Galle Face also proudly encompasses the great historical tale of its own. Shrouding in the revolutionary colonial era of Sri Lanka, when the idea of luxurious and high-end beach specifically catered to the ladies of colonial nobles conceived, the illustrious thought made into reality by Sir Henry Ward as the idea is his brainchild. In the original envision of the beach, it was expected to be a Hangout space for ladies, golfing and horse riding area as well as an excellent luxurious relaxation area for the colonial employees. In the modern era, the Galle Face not only a personification of its initial goals spreading into wide segmentation than the pioneer idea, but also a hub of street food, a paradise for small scale vendors, and overall eye-candy destination in the heart of Colombo. If you decide to see a breathtaking scenery of the sun setting, then you shouldn’t miss visiting the Galle Face.
