Galle Fort Sri Lanka Tourist Place


 ðŸ–‹️  Galle Fort is a fort built by the Portuguese in the Galle region of Sri Lanka . It was later modernized by the Dutch in the 17th century and now boasts a history of 400 years.


Currently, two gates are used to enter the fort. Many government office buildings have been maintained around the fort wall till today. But now they are being removed little by little. Galle Fort, designated as a World Heritage Site, is a beautiful and ancient treasure. Galle Fort is located on the southeast coast of Sri Lanka. It was completed by the Portuguese in 1588 . It was later extensively modernized by the Dutch in the 17th century. It is a wonderful product gifted to the world by the Portuguese. Galle Fort has been recognized by the United Nations as having ancient value . It is a fine example of Dutch architecture. Also known as Dutch Fort or Galle Wall . The Dutch Fort has been renovated. Galle Fort is a major tourist attraction in Sri Lanka. It is an architectural and archaeological legacy of Sri Lanka .



coordinates6.025833°N 80.2175°E Coordinates : 6.025833°N 80.2175°E
typeDefense fort
Details
controlGovernment of Sri Lanka
Open to public viewingis open
the situationNot in use
History
Construction1584 ; 440 years ago and 1684 ; 340 years ago
builtThe Portuguese and the Dutch
Construction materialsGranite rocks and corals
Wars/conflictsSiege of Galle Fort (1640)
and several other military engagements



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