24/08/2018
Morning walk around the Galle Fort from Galle Heritage Villa by Jetwing.
Galle Fort was built first in 1588 by the Portuguese, then extensively fortified by the Dutch during the 17th century from 1649 onwards. It is one of the historical, archaeological and architectural heritage monument in Sri Lanka.
The heritage value of the fort has been recognized by the UNESCO and the site has been inscribed as a cultural heritage UNESCO World Heritage Site.