Tucked away along Sri Lanka’s West Coast, the idyllic town of Negombo provides an enchanting getaway by the sea where one can soak up the sun, enjoy water sports and get in some fun shopping! Before indulging in some retail therapy make sure you find a suitable Sri Lanka beach resort here that lets you experience the very best Negombo has to offer. Ideally located along the shore, Jetwing Sea is one such Negombo beach hotel that makes an ideal starting point to your shopping excursions as well.

Exploring Negombo town, especially the stretch near the beach is an ideal way to experience some colourful local shopping. The shops and stalls here sell everything from batiks to teas and handicrafts to jewellery, offering plenty of shopping. Those looking to buy some precious keepsakes can purchase gemstones, while carved masks and even leather goods make for some unique gifts to take back home with you. While some shops have fixed prices, smaller stalls or individual vendors may offer “discounts” if you bring your “A game” when bargaining! For a truly unique experience look to also head to the Negombo Fish Market where one can soak up the atmosphere of this lively market by the coast.

Chandrishan Williams is a travel writer who writes under the pen name, Caleb Falcon. He specializes in writing content based on the many exciting world adventures that await intrepid travellers. Google+