Colombo Cannon
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member CorvettePete
N 06° 55.845 E 079° 50.526
44N E 372081 N 766249
Cannon outside the old Parliament on Galle Face Green
Waymark Code: WMCRK2
Location: Sri Lanka
Date Posted: 10/07/2011
Published By:Groundspeak Regular Member PTCrazy
Views: 9

These are some Cannon from the old fort that have been placed on Galle Face Green facing the ocean. Colombo seems very short on caches and waypoints and my hosts were very keen for me to establish one here.
What type of artillery is this?: Cannon

Where is this artillery located?: Park

What military of the world used this device?: Portugese

Parking location to view this Waymark: N 06° 55.451 E 079° 50.712

Artillery is no longer operational: no

Still may work: no

Date artillery was in use: Not listed

Date artillery was placed on display: Not listed

Cost?: Not Listed

Are there any geocaches at this location?: Not listed

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