Galle, located on Sri Lanka’s southwest coast, beautifully combines colonial charm with tropical serenity, alongside a heritage that stretches back centuries. Famous for its iconic Galle Fort ...

Galle Fort, Sri Lanka, travel guide and things to do: The three-minute guide. By Anthony Dennis. October 27, 2017 — 9.00am. Save. Log in, register or subscribe to save articles for later.

Galle Fort, a Unesco World Heritage site on the southwest coast of Sri Lanka, is a beautiful and well preserved gateway to the country’s colonial past and cultural richness. Built by the ...

Galle Municipal Commissioner R.M.T.K. Rasnayake acknowledged the challenges, adding that the Fort remains a top priority despite resource constraints. “Garbage is removed daily, and polythene is ...

The 130-acre, 3,490-year-old fort is a mini-town in itself; its ramparts lined with ancient houses, basilicas, boutiques and restaurants protected by the tropical sun by terracotta-tiled roofs.

Staged as part of Sri Lanka’s Galle Literary Festival, the historic town’s Art Trail offers exhibitions, open houses and artists’ tours to provide an ‘alternative experience’ for visitors.