World Press Photo Exhibition – Sri Lanka Tour 2026
Exhibition Photography
Official Sri Lanka Tour

STORIES
THAT MATTER.

Duration 27 Feb – 17 Mar 2026
Host Cities Colombo • Kandy

Heritage & Objective

Connecting the world through visual journalism.

The World Press Photo Foundation, established in 1955 in Amsterdam, showcases the best visual journalism of the year. By bringing these powerful images to Sri Lanka, we provide a window into critical global issues—from climate change to social justice—sparking dialogue that transcends borders and champions freedom of expression.

4M+
Visitors
45+
Countries
1955
Founded
Exhibition View
2026 Tour Schedule

VISITOR
INFORMATION

Entrance is completely free.

Open daily to the public, including weekends.

Leg 01 Western Province

COLOMBO

One Galle Face Mall

Galle – Colombo Rd, Colombo, Sri Lanka

27 Feb – 08 Mar

2026

9.30 AM – 6.30 PM

Open Daily

Leg 02 Central Province

KANDY

Sahas Uyana

Kandy, Sri Lanka

13 Mar – 17 Mar

2026

9.30 AM – 6.30 PM

Open Daily

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Organized In Partnership With

SL

Sri Lanka Press Institute

www.slpi.lk
NL

Embassy of the Netherlands

Official Patron

Get in Touch

For inquiries regarding group visits, media passes, educational workshops, or sponsorships, please contact the SLPI Event Coordinator directly.

wppe@slpi.lk
071 357 8608
Sri Lanka Press Institute No. 96 Kirula Road, Colombo 05