The Harbor of Colombo was once a small seaport used by the sailing vessels of the Persians, Chinese, Arabs and Moors. Cinnamon, pearls, elephants, precious gems, and peacocks were all traded. The name Colombo is derived from the Sinhalese word Kola-amba-thota, meaning "Harbor with leafy mango trees". The Harbor of Colombo was once a small seaport used by the sailing vessels of the Persians, Chinese, Arabs and Moors. Cinnamon, pearls, elephants, precious gems, and peacocks were all traded. The name Colombo is derived from the Sinhalese word Kola-amba-thota, meaning "Harbor with leafy mango trees". |
