Galle

 

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Galle is a historic port city on the southwest coast, famous for its UNESCO-listed Galle Fort, a fortified old city built by Portuguese, Dutch, and British colonizers. It’s known for its cobblestone streets, colonial architecture, charming boutiques, cafes, and a blend of Asian and European cultures, offering a unique travel experience with its historic ramparts, lighthouse, and nearby beaches.

1. Visit Galle Fort Dutch city

 

The Dutch Fort in Galle is one of the best preserved sea forts in all of South Asia. UNESCO recognized it in the late 1980s as a unique example of urban ensemble that exhibits a fusion of European architecture as well as South Asian traditions between the 16th to 19th centuries.

 

2. Visit Madu Lake

The famous unforgettable river boat safari in Madu Ganga is GOALS! And yes, don’t miss the fish spa!

 

3. Visit Weligama stilt Fisherman and beautiful beach

Here you can observe the old and mind boggling custom of using stilts for fishing. These fishermen are often seen on the beaches at sunset, noon and sunrise. They walk into the water with their poles and engraft them into the sea bed, and balance themselves on a cross bar attached to the pole.

 

4. Moonstone Mine

Meetiyagoda, near Sri Lanka’s southwest coast beaches, is the world’s number one moonstone mine. Highest value blue-shining moonstones are found only here.

 

5. Turtle Hatchery and Farm

Turtle hatchery: This is where sea turtles are preserved in Sri Lanka. It is a non-profit organization maintained to preserve sea turtles for the coming generation. Since its establishment in 1986, approximately 500000 sea turtles have been released into the ocean.