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Galle - UNESCO World Heritage

Posted On : 2022-11-11
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Galle is a city on the southwest coast of Sri Lanka which is known for Galle Fort. It is located 146 kilometers away from the Capital of Sri Lanka, Colombo. At the same time it is the Capital of the Southern province. This is a fortified old city founded by Portuguese colonists in the 16th century. Notable buildings include the 18th-century Dutch Reformed Church. Galle Lighthouse stands on the fort’s southeast tip. You can find the picturesque streets of Galle are lined with plenty of Dutch monuments. And also lies some of the island’s most famous beaches not too far from this beautiful city. This is one of the most popular destinations among tourists to Sri Lanka.

Top things to see and do in Galle

·         Galle Dutch fort
·         Flag Rock
·         Galle lighthouse
·         Dutch hospital
·         Dutch library
·         Japanese peace pagoda
·         Galle international stadium, etc…

Galle Dutch fort: Galle Dutch fort is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that reverberates through every traveller’s photos and captions. In old times it has used as a trading port for spices and other goods for over 200 years. By today, the fort has been transformed into a place of history with romance and beauty. It is a place where travellers are warmly welcomed to dive head first into the exotic stories and be a part of this heritage site.

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