Galle International Cricket Stadium
Portuguese inception that goes back to the year 1588, Galle Fort is a token of Sri Lanka’s colourful history. Although the Portuguese laid the foundation for this magnificent structure, during the 17th century, the Dutch embellished the fort with their own architectural flair. Now a UNESCO World Heritage site, the fort still stands with all its might like it would have done 400 years ago.
Quite contrary to the name Galle Fort, today, the Fort is actually a self-sustaining small village surrounded by sturdy walls fortified by the Dutch. Within the Fort are numerous boutique shops, cafes, restaurants, churches, and private homes. Most boutique shops are in the business of merchandise that pertains to Sri Lanka’s vibrant heritage – tourists can be seen frequenting these shops in search of handloom items, batik garments, hand-carved wooden items, Raksha masks, jewellery, tea, spices, and art.
Another noteworthy feature of the Fort is the lighthouse, and there are several museums and art galleries on-site as well. The Dutch Fort is one of the most popular Galle places to visit and an inherent part of sightseeing in Sri Lanka. The Fort is a two-hour journey from Colombo and only 9 minutes from Oceanfront Galle.
Portuguese inception that goes back to the year 1588, Galle Fort is a token of Sri Lanka’s colourful history. Although the Portuguese laid the foundation for this magnificent structure, during the 17th century, the Dutch embellished the fort with their own architectural flair. Now a UNESCO World Heritage site, the fort still stands with all its might like it would have done 400 years ago.
Quite contrary to the name Galle Fort, today, the Fort is actually a self-sustaining small village surrounded by sturdy walls fortified by the Dutch. Within the Fort are numerous boutique shops, cafes, restaurants, churches, and private homes. Most boutique shops are in the business of merchandise that pertains to Sri Lanka’s vibrant heritage – tourists can be seen frequenting these shops in search of handloom items, batik garments, hand-carved wooden items, Raksha masks, jewellery, tea, spices, and art.
Another noteworthy feature of the Fort is the lighthouse, and there are several museums and art galleries on-site as well. The Dutch Fort is one of the most popular Galle places to visit and an inherent part of sightseeing in Sri Lanka. The Fort is a two-hour journey from Colombo and only 9 minutes from our serviced apartments.
Galle International Cricket Stadium
Koggala Beach with Galle The Living Fortress by Sensori Indulgence
Dewata Surfing
Turtle Hatchery with Cooking in the Galle Fort with Mama by Sensori Indulgence
Unawatuna Beach
Rumassala – One of Ramayana Sites in Sri Lanka
