Fortress Archive

Galle Dutch Fort, a colonial-era fortress and UNESCO World Heritage Site, is located in the heart of Galle on the southwest coast of Sri Lanka.

Originally built by the Portuguese in 1588 and later fortified by the Dutch in the 17th century, the fort is renowned for its well-preserved ramparts and bastions.

Within its walls, its streets are home to mansions, boutiques, hotels, restaurants, and museums, reflecting its rich history.

Negombo Dutch Fort is a colonial-era fortress located near the Negombo Lagoon on the west coast of Sri Lanka.

The original fort, built by the Portuguese in the early 17th century, had a square-shaped design. In 1672, the Dutch constructed a new pentagon-shaped fort, replacing the earlier structure.

Kalpitiya Dutch Fort is a historic colonial fortress situated in Kalpitiya, in Sri Lanka’s Northwestern Province.

Built by the Dutch in 1676, the fort has a distinctive square layout with four bastions at each corner.