Description
This Neo-Baroque-style building was built during the British colonial era to house the Legislative Council of Ceylon. It was built on an idea of Sir Henry McCallum, which led to a proposal made by a committee to construct the new building for the Secretariat, Council Chamber and Government offices on reclaimed land at the northern end of Galle Face’ were accepted by the Government in 1920The Old Parliament Building is a significant historical landmark situated in the heart of Colombo, the bustling capital city of Sri Lanka. Overlooking the scenic Galle Face Green and the Indian Ocean, the building stands as a testament to Sri Lanka’s colonial past and its journey to independence.
