The Vanished Estate: A Historical Mystery
The experience
About this quest
Uncover the mystery of a vanished estate in Kollupitiya, Colombo, on an interactive history quest. Follow clues through landmarks like College House, Durdans Hospital and Lakmahal Community Library to discover the people, places and stories behind the neighbourhood’s transformation. Perfect for solo explorers, couples, friends, families and corporate teams, this fun heritage walk blends history, discovery and mystery-solving.
Is this for you?
Who it's for
Perfect for curious explorers, history lovers, couples, friends, families and corporate teams, this quest offers a fun way to discover Kollupitiya’s hidden stories while solving a mystery together. Ideal for those who love exploring at their own pace, following clues, uncovering hidden histories and turning a neighbourhood walk into an adventure.
What makes this quest special
Highlights
Visit 10 Kollupitiya landmarks, from Walukarama Viharaya and Nadesan Centre to Barefoot Gallery and College House. Discover the stories of the people behind each place and solve challenges to collect nine letters. At the final stop, unscramble them to reveal the name of the vanished estate and solve the mystery!
From your phone to the streets
A walk that turns into an adventure.
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Open the app. You’re on your way.
Choose your pass, then open your quest in the Questo app. It guides you from the starting point.
- 2
Get outside. Follow your curiosity.
Discover real places and their stories on foot. Stop for a coffee or a photo, then pick up where you left off.
- 3
Crack a clue. Share a little victory.
Look around for answers, solve puzzles and enjoy the “we got it!” moments.
Your walk, at a glance
Colombo
Walukarama Rd, Colombo 00300, Sri Lanka
76 Thurstan Rd, Colombo 00700, Sri Lanka
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
The people behind the adventure
Created by Ahila Thillainathan.
A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.
Good to know before you play
- Audio Stories
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