Galle District
🏛️ Southern Province | Colonial Fort, Beaches & Cultural Heritage
Galle District is a treasure trove of colonial heritage, beautiful beaches, and water activities. The UNESCO World Heritage Site Galle Fort is the crown jewel, a 400-year-old fortified city with cobblestone streets, boutique shops, and stunning rampart walks along the Indian Ocean.
Beyond the fort, the district offers beautiful beaches like Unawatuna, surfing at Ahangama, scenic boat rides in Koggala, and traditional experiences with stilt fishermen. It's a perfect blend of history, culture, and beach life.
UNESCO World Heritage Site, colonial architecture
Beautiful crescent beach, snorkeling, coral reef
Koggala Oya boat ride, stilt fishermen
Surfing spot, consistent waves
Beach, turtle hatchery
Local fishing, beach activities
Walk along 400-year-old fortifications with panoramic ocean views. Perfect for sunset.
HeritageBeautiful 18th-century church with Dutch colonial architecture and historic gravestones.
HeritageLearn about Galle's maritime history and the 2004 tsunami.
MuseumSouthernmost point of the fort, perfect for sunset viewing and watching cliff divers.
ViewpointBoutique shops, art galleries, cafes, and restaurants in colonial buildings.
ShoppingBeautiful crescent beach with coral reef, perfect for snorkeling and swimming.
BeachQuieter beach area with turtle hatchery nearby.
BeachLocal fishing beach, authentic experience, beach activities.
BeachHidden beach accessible by boat or short walk, excellent for snorkeling.
BeachScenic lake boat ride with traditional fishing, stilt fishermen, bird watching, and island visits.
Water ActivityConsistent waves, less crowded than other spots, good for intermediate surfers.
AdventureExplore coral reefs at Unawatuna and Jungle Beach.
AdventureWatch traditional stilt fishing technique unique to Sri Lanka.
Culture