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Galle Fort

UNESCO-listed Dutch colonial fort city — cobblestone lanes, a centuries-old lighthouse, vibrant boutiques, and golden sunsets over the Indian Ocean.

Explore Galle Fort

Highlights

  • Fort Rampart Walk at Sunset
  • Dutch Reformed Church
  • Lighthouse Tour
  • Boutique Shopping
  • Unawatuna Beach

Photos

A white lighthouse surrounded by palm trees within a stone fort wall.
Aerial view of a palm-fringed beach cove with turquoise waves breaking on golden sand.
A large white dome-shaped Buddhist stupa behind an elephant-relief retaining wall, decorated with prayer flags.

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