South Coast
Galle Fort
A 17th-century Dutch fort city — cobbled lanes, ramparts over the ocean, and boutique cafes at every corner.
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Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a walled city built by the Portuguese and expanded by the Dutch in the 17th century.
Wander the ramparts at sunset, browse boutique shops and art galleries in converted colonial villas, and stop for coffee in one of the fort's many cafes.
Worth knowing
- UNESCO World Heritage Dutch colonial fort
- Rampart walk with ocean views, best at sunset
- Boutique shops, galleries and cafes
Best time to visitLate afternoon for the rampart sunset walk
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