{"id":3803,"date":"2019-06-24T14:40:23","date_gmt":"2019-06-24T14:40:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.eatsandretreats.com\/travel\/?page_id=3803"},"modified":"2019-06-24T14:40:23","modified_gmt":"2019-06-24T14:40:23","slug":"gay-lgbt","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.eatsandretreats.com\/travel\/sri-lanka\/where-to-stay\/gay-lgbt\/","title":{"rendered":"Gay’s Guide to Sri Lanka"},"content":{"rendered":"

Homosexuality is technically illegal in Sri Lanka. However, this antiquated law (a relic from the colonial laws of 1883) is largely ignored, and gay people are more visible than ever in Sri Lankan society. Sri Lanka\u2019s small but lively scene can largely be found around Negombo, where there are several gay-friendly bars, spas and venues.<\/span><\/p>\n

As Sri Lanka becomes ever more popular among the LGBT community, more and more services are springing up to cater to this demographic. With venues to drinks, stay and hang out, here are the best places to check out Sri Lanka\u2019s vibrant gay scene.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Welcome to the LGBT community in Sri Lanka!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Gay events in Sri Lanka<\/h2>\n

Colombo PRIDE<\/h5>\n

Where? <\/i><\/b>Colombo<\/span><\/p>\n

When? <\/i><\/b>June<\/span><\/p>\n

This annual celebration of Sri Lanka\u2019s LGBT community is a well-established event and enters its 15thconsecutive \u00a0year in 2019. This vibrant festival of acceptance marks itself with a series of local events, including the rainbow kite festival, parades, and musical and dance performances. Join for the Rainbow Bus Ride or attend one of the many local events and gatherings organized by PRIDE around the city each year. Join <\/span>Colombo PRIDE<\/span><\/a> in June as they celebrate love, open-mindedness and acceptance in Colombo!<\/span><\/p>\n