A morning at Galle Fort
A perfectly preserved 17th-century Dutch fort, ramparts, boutique-filled lanes, a lighthouse and sunset walks above the Indian Ocean. A UNESCO World. A perfectly preserved 17th-century Dutch fort, ramparts, boutique-filled lanes, a lighthouse and sunset walks above the Indian Ocean. A UNESCO World Heritage gem.
The case for going
A perfectly preserved 17th-century Dutch fort, ramparts, boutique-filled lanes, a lighthouse and sunset walks above the Indian Ocean. A UNESCO World Heritage gem.
Right now, hot, bright days island-wide; the last full month of the blue whale season off Mirissa.
Before you set off
Getting there: 1.5 hrs from Colombo on the southern expressway.
Hours: Open access (shops ~10:00 to 21:00) · Entry: Free to enter the fort.
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