Weras Ganga Park (also known as the Weras Ganga Bellanwila Recreation Park) is a popular public riverside park located in Boralesgamuwa, Colombo, right next to the famous Bellanwila Rajamaha Viharaya. Built as part of urban wetland development projects, it serves as a prominent green lung and recreational space for locals and visitors alike
Key Features & Amenities
Walking & Cycling Tracks: Features paved pathways dedicated to jogging, walking, and cycling.
Fitness Zone: Includes an outdoor exercise area equipped with basic fitness machinery.
Scenic Lake Views: Edges the Weras Ganga basin, offering peaceful water views.
Wildlife: Visitors occasionally spot local wetland wildlife, including birds and sunbathing crocodiles.
Food & Refreshments: Usually surrounded by local food stalls offering snacks, fresh juices, and herbal drinks (kola kenda)
Visitor Information
Crowd Timing: The park is typically most active during early mornings and late evenings. Fridays and weekends see the highest foot traffic.
Atmosphere: Highly family-friendly and free to enter, making it an excellent spot for kids and fitness enthusiasts.
Location Access: Conveniently accessible across the road from the Bellanwila temple grounds