The Galle fort offers an amazing diversity of culture and flavor within a relatively small geographic area.
The Portuguese were the first to build a fort here, but it was the Dutch who fortified it into the UNESCO World Heritage Site that stands before you today.
The natural harbor of Galle was famous as far back as 1400 BC. At that time it was one of the main ports in the world from which cinnamon was exported. The arrival of the Portuguese marked a change in the history of the town.
When you are there do not forget to admire the Dutch houses, the Dutch Reformed Church, the Meeran Jumma Mosque, the Great Warehouse, Galle Lighthouse and the restored Dutch gate.
Sea turtle hatchery situated in Habaraduwa is mostly admired by nature lovers and both local and foreign tourists. It is a nonprofitable organization located as well as a popular tourist attraction in Sri Lanka. Habaraduwa is 5 km from the Galle – Matara Road.