A magnificent structure standing tall against the waves of time – The Galle fort is one of the most historically significant sites in the country. Read on to know more about it.
Construction
The fort was built first in 1588 by the Portuguese and was captured by the Dutch in the 17 century and was additionally fortified. It fell under the control of the British in 1649. After gaining independence from the colonisers the archaeological department of Sri Lanka undertook an extensive reconstruction program on the fort and restored the structure to its colonial glory.
Location and getting there
The Galle fort is located in the southwestern coast of Sri Lanka, in the bay of Galle. You can reach the fort from the railway station by taking a tuk-tuk which will only take you around 5 to 10 minutes to reach.
What do you get by visiting here?
Upon reaching the fort you could feel the colonial charm! The soothing sea breeze, the exquisite views of the Indian Ocean and the surrounding regions of the fabled Galle city, and all the tiny details you see at the fort will not fail to amaze you.
Accommodation options
There are plenty of accommodation options to choose in Galle but one, in particular, must be considered when choosing your accommodation, that is the South Lake Resort. Being one of the best Koggala hotels, planning your stay here certainly comes with a lot of perks – one of them being it is located at close proximity to the fort.
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