Most comprehensive book on Colombo city

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‘The Great Days of Colombo’ written by Asiff Hussein promises a journey of Colombo through time as never seen before and is described as by far the most comprehensive book on the city.

This profusely illustrated and compelling work running to over 800 pages tells the story of how Colombo originated as a simple Moorish port to become what it is today, a bustling city full of life and colour. The evolution of the city is traced in much detail and its rich history vividly described. The book covers each zone of Colombo including the growth and evolution of that particular zone over time. It also traces the origins of place names, street names, and covers the main landmarks of each zone as well as businesses and prominent residences.

The work is profusely illustrated with over 800 rare, vintage monochrome and colour photographs including by renowned photographers Stephen Owens and Dominic Sansoni, numerous sketches, paintings and artists impressions that add to the great story that is Colombo.

Expo Online Store has announced a special introductory offer for the book at Rs. 6,500 as against the cover price of Rs. 7,000. More details at the IG – expo_online.lk; WhatsApp – 077 827 8453 or 076 134 1662.