Central Bank Currency Museum

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Jul 12, 2025 - Jul 13, 2025
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Central Bank Currency Museum: A Historical Insight

The Central Bank Currency Museum offers an insightful journey through Sri Lanka's financial heritage.

Founded in 2014, the museum resides in the historic 1914 Central Bank building, also known as Central Point. The museum highlights the evolution of currency in Sri Lanka through various exhibits, including a notable display of ancient bartering practices. The building's architecture features Greco-Roman elements and houses the tallest chandelier in Asia, enhancing its cultural significance.

Must-See Highlights

  • 💰 Unique Currency Displays - Delve into various forms of money used across Sri Lanka's history.
  • 🏛️ Architectural Splendor - Explore the exquisite Greco-Roman designs of the restored building.
  • 📜 Bartering Exhibits - Learn why bartering a cow for fish lead to the creation of currency.

Accessible for free, this museum attracts tourists, families, and historians interested in cultural and monetary evolution.

Interesting Facts about Natural History Museum Central Bank Currency Museum

Historic Building

The museum is housed in the Central Point, a building established in 1914, showcasing grand architecture.

Chandelier Record

Features the tallest chandelier in Asia, adding to its architectural significance.

Bartering Lessons

Displays exhibit a humorous take on bartering practices that preceded currency adoption in Sri Lanka.

Location

54 Chatham Street Central Point Building

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