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Is Colombo, Western a good place to live? How is the quality of life?

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While quality of life is something of an elusive or ill-defined concept, it can be boiled down to "Is Colombo a good place to live?" or "Is Colombo a bad place to live?" Here's what eight local experts had to say about quality of life and overall happiness in Colombo, Western.

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The heat and humidity. If someone is moving here from a colder climate, then the first thing that usually hits them is the unbearable heat. Sure, Colombo does sit right next to the ocean but it’s still hot as it gets! If you are accustomed to humid conditions, then you would find Colombo a nice city to move into. The cost of living is cheap compared to other cities in the region. Traffic is bad, but not as bad as in some major capitals around the world. The food is great, the people are welcoming and you don’t need to know the local language to get around, English works just fine.

Thoshan, says: 2020

All the basic facilities are found in our city. The housing cost is comparatively less. The quality of life is excellent here and the cost of living is also pretty low. There are local supermarkets and you will find almost everything you need in the town without having to travel a lot.

Jayoda, says: 2020

Colombo, Sri Lanka, is a busy city at day because of traffic jams. But apart from that it’s a nice city to move to, you could have fun at the movies, you could go shopping, you can even satisfy your late night cravings cause of Uber eat and Pick me food deliveries.

Mishal, says: 2020

Colombo is a great city with ample of facilities for residential and entertainment. It provides all necessities that are available in any other developed countries. Your kids will find high school facilities and few best universities in Colombo. There are plenty of sightseeing locations in and around Colombo.

Fathima, says: 2020

Colombo is the capital of Sri Lanka it is quite affordable The nightlife here is great but if you are a girl you should be extra careful as there are people who are dangerous. Tap water is not safe at all therefore, I recommend you drink bottled water and the cuisine here is the best.

Colombo is the commercial capital of my country, hence resulting in severe traffic congestion almost all day. It is also difficult to communicate with the locals as most people speak the native language, which isn’t to be English. Other than that, it’s a great city to live and grow up in.

Savidya, says: 2020

The city is near the beach and along the beach lays the railway track. If you don’t like the sound of the train, I don’t recommend you to get a house near the beach. But if you don’t mind the sound, you can get a modern house with a spectacular view near the beach.

Sajana, says: 2020

Colombo, the capital of Sri Lanka, is a fast-moving city of business and trade. While it’s a great place if you are aiming to earn some money, it also comes with higher living costs than the rest of the island and loads of pollution. The intense noise, the colorful people, the strange sometimes pungent aromas, and the tongue tingling tastes of street food make the city an interesting mishmash of good and bad. Be ready for people who smile brightly in your face while speaking harshly behind your back. Those who love to party would appreciate the lively nightlife of Colombo though.

Fathima, says: 2020
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