Galle’s harmonious blend of history, food, shopping, elegant bars, and pristine beaches make it an enjoyably varied destination to explore on foot. The 17th-century Dutch Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, houses a maze of whitewashed colonial buildings and churches that reflect the influences of the Dutch, Portuguese, and British spice traders who once wandered the same streets. Stroll through the Fort’s laidback lanes and explore this colourful history before heading to the iconic lighthouse that has looked out over the ocean for the past century.
