The capital city of Sri Lanka is Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte, often referred to simply as Kotte. It is located just outside the country's largest city, Colombo. Established as the legislative capital in 1982, Kotte houses the Parliament of Sri Lanka and various government offices. Despite being the administrative capital, Colombo remains the commercial capital and is more well-known internationally. Kotte features many parks and historical sites, reflecting Sri Lanka's diverse cultural heritage. The area is crucial for governance and plays a significant role in the nation’s political landscape.