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Things to Do in Galle
Galle is a southern Sri Lankan city celebrated for its historic fort and distinctive coastal streets. Explore the area's heritage and other visitor highlights, and consider a nearby beach stop as part of your travel plans.
Galle Fort was begun by the Portuguese and completed by the Dutch in the 17th century, and it remains a living town within the walls: Dutch churches and merchant houses, a white lighthouse on the ramparts, and a lane-by-lane scene of cafés, jewellers and galleries.
Walk the ramparts at sunset, watch cricket on the green below the walls and use the fort as a base for the beaches on either side.
Why VisitGalle
- UNESCO World Heritage fort
- Rampart walks and the lighthouse
- Boutique hotels, cafés and galleries
- Beaches minutes away
Best time to visit
November to April.
Suggested length of stay
1–2 nights
Getting there
About 2 hours from Colombo via the Southern Expressway.
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