Church of St. Michael & All Angels, Polwatte
Church of St. Michael & All Angels, Polwatte
Church of St. Michael & All Angels, Polwatte
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Nirz33
Ahmedabad, India195 contributions
Feb 2015 • Couples
St Michael and All Angels Church, Polwatte was dedicated on the 29th of September 1887 and is a landmark in Kollupitiya, a suburb of Colombo, the commercial capital of Sri Lanka. A magnificent building of stone, mortar and wood, it stands as a testimony to its rich history of prayer, worship and mission.
Written December 20, 2015
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srilankholidays
Colombo, Sri Lanka269 contributions
Aug 2016 • Solo
Nice church located in Colombo. Built in 1887 with stone, mortar and wood. My cousins got married in this church.
Written July 19, 2017
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sanchezsmith
Canary Islands, Spain32 contributions
Nov 2016 • Couples
We went to the noon mass which is the spoken Mass. There is an English sung Mass at 6:30 am but we are slugs and can't roll out of the rack that early. Everyone is very friendly and welcoming and helpful. They have real candles that you can light for a special prayer. The organist is very good and the hymns are printed on a sheet which you will be handed when you enter the church. You can get there by tuk-tuk. In our case the driver waited for us and took us back to the hotel and the fare was almost nothing.
Written December 11, 2016
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Wesakmal
Colombo, Sri Lanka12 contributions
Mar 2016 • Solo
Well worth a visit. Lots of history (unfortunately too lengthy to go into here). Services are somewhat 'high-church". An organ is available for the provision of music. The Prime Minister's official residence is close by. There is a secluded walkway from near the church to the Beira Lake, which is not known to many but is worth a visit. Many well patronised shops, banks, restaurants, cinemas etc in close proximity. The parishioners think of the locality 'Polwatte' as the village.
Written March 18, 2016
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Nihal P
Colombo, Sri Lanka3 contributions
Sep 2018
Historical and Prestigious Building more than 100 years old. Located in Colombo city, and respected by many catholics /chirstians. Beautifully constructed using granites during the colonial rule but still ingood shape.
Written February 12, 2019
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mariansira
Colombo, Sri Lanka69 contributions
Feb 2017 • Friends
it is very difficult to access this road. work has been going on for a long time. i hardly see any worshippers or sightseers around here; i hang around colpetty frequently. road developers pls get going, get done with your work.
Written March 1, 2017
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hdias
Reigate, UK400 contributions
Jan 2016 • Solo
St Michael is the Anglican church which serves the most prominent residential districts of Colombo (3 and 7) and is located near "Temple Trees", residence of either the President or Prime Minister. It has been endowed over the years by some of Colombo's best known Anglican families.
An oasis of calm in the city, particularly the "Lady chapel".
The Bishop of Colombo and Archdeacon of Colombo have usually served as the vicar here.
An oasis of calm in the city, particularly the "Lady chapel".
The Bishop of Colombo and Archdeacon of Colombo have usually served as the vicar here.
Written May 21, 2016
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DurhamEvvo
Crook, UK449 contributions
Apr 2016 • Couples
Interesting to delve into the history of the multiple influences into Sri lanka,s history....a cool(literally) place to visit and understand the past.
Written April 29, 2016
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r@j
India91 contributions
Nov 2015 • Business
Any catholic in Colombo can tell you about this place. Its popular even among the visitors and a must visit church.
Written December 8, 2015
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Annie W
Sydney, Australia45 contributions
Apr 2015 • Friends
Travellers looking for a taste of authentic SriLanka can make the walk or ride to the historic Galle Face Green. On Sundays this is a gathering point for families to meet, eat and play. There are plenty of street food vendors so try a new SriLankan taste. Listen to music or just enjoy the scene.
Written September 13, 2015
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we used to come here as we were boarded at st Margarets for 10yrs, I got confirmed here, sang in the choir, for weddings ect. I came back after 45yrs it looks so different. we were at peace even though we did'nt have much our friends still in contact with each other, some of them. lovely memories off our childhood days.
Written August 13, 2019
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