A Visit to Sri Lanka's Fascinating City of Galle

Have you been planning to spend your this year vacations in Galle?  If yes, then you definitely might be thinking about some amazing and best things to do on this trip to make it extra memorable and special. For the information of the readers, we would like to mention that Galle is the famous city in Sri Lanka which is located in a coastal city which is around 130 kilometers to the south of Colombo. Galle has been divided into two major areas for your trip which is Galle Fort as well as Unawatuna.

Right here we are listing down some of the incredible and best things to do in Galle Sri Lanka:

Talking a Walk inside the Ramparts

Galle has been famously known as the walled city which is all surrounded with the beauty of some thick ramparts. They were all established through the Dutch merchants who have been controlling the whole city since the 17th century.  The overall appearance of the ramparts has been so much thick which makes it incredible for you to walk all along with them from start till the end. 

Visiting The Beauty of Dutch architecture

Another most amazing thing to do on your trip is making yourself head towards Dutch architecture. During the time when Dutch was running the East India Company is out of the Galle Fort, they eventually left behind a few of the major constructions. A rampart is among one of them which is all arranged in the amazing architecture work. The famous Maritime Archaeology Museum was previously known as the main Dutch warehouse. Another best example would be the beauty of Groote Kerk as well as the Amangalla hotel.

Go for some shopping

During the time of visiting the Galle fort, you can head towards the street areas and perform some shopping out. You can get a chance to visit the old houses and some amazing boutique hotels. Within Sri Lanka Galle, you can get a chance to visit so many shops to look for some local souvenirs as well as goods. The most notable of goods that can be found in the little Galle Fort shops are Sri Lankan gems and jewelry. You can also look for some handwoven sarongs as well as home linen.

Enjoying afternoon tea by visiting Amangalla

You can enjoy a delicious afternoon tea with your partner by visiting Amangalla. This is another amazing thing which you should not miss to do on your trip to Galle in Sri Lanka. Amangalla hotel has been known as one of the top famous Dutch buildings which were established during the 80’s.  Their afternoon tea is worth to experience right now.

Well above all, there have been so many more interesting and amazing things which you should definitely be experienced in your trip to Galle Sri Lanka. Make a jot down list of some fantastic places and visit them all one by one to make your overall trip extra memorable and special.

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