Galle 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.
Galle National Museum is located on the church street within the historic Galle Fort on the southwest coast of Sri Lanka.
The museum is housed in one of the oldest surviving Dutch buildings, constructed in 1656.
Established in 1986, the museum is dedicated to the country's colonial history and exhibits artifacts from the Portuguese, Dutch, and British colonial eras.
Galle Lighthouse is the oldest lighthouse in Sri Lanka, located within the historic Galle Fort on the southwest coast of the island.
Standing at 26.5 meters, the original structure, built by the British in 1848, was destroyed by fire in 1936. It was then reconstructed in 1939, 100 meters from the original site.
Groote Kerk, also known as the Dutch Reformed Church in Galle, is located within the historic Galle Fort on the southwest coast of Sri Lanka.
Built by the Dutch in 1755 and known for its Doric-style architecture, it is one of the oldest Protestant churches still in use in the country.
Galle Fort Clock Tower is located within the historic Galle Fort on the southwest coast of Sri Lanka.
Standing at 25 meters, it was built in 1883 to honor Dr. Peter Daniel Anthonisz, a renowned colonial surgeon born in Galle.
Dutch Hospital in Galle is a colonial-era building located on Hospital Street within the historic Galle Fort.
Constructed in the 17th century, it originally served as a hospital for the officers and staff of the Dutch East India Company.
Today, the restored structure has been transformed into a vibrant shopping and dining precinct, attracting both locals and tourists.