Galle, the administrative capital of Southern District of Sri Lanka, is situated 119 kms (75 Miles) away from Colombo. The Galle Fort, built in the 17th century by the Dutch invaders, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is the largest remaining fortress in Asia built by European occupiers.

Under the leadership of Lorenzo de Almeida Portuguese made their first landing at the Galle Harbor. Capital of southern Sri Lanka in 1587; the Portuguese annexed Galle from its Singhalese kings and built its first fortress naming it "Santacrusz". To this day it looks back to 500 years of nurture under Singhalese, Portuguese, Dutch and British stewardship.

Lined with tiny cobble stone streets and alleys, Dutch style old bungalows and villas, tiny shops with jewels, trinkets and other souvenirs, and intimate little boutique hotels, luxurious villas and restaurants, that walking these quaint streets will take you on a journey back in time. Galle is the most popular destination on the southern coastal belt, offering a treat to every eager traveler. Its sun kissed beaches are lined with an array of hotels ranging from budget to boutique options, and a variety of restaurants thus leaving you with much to select from. At night the coast comes to life with many bars to visit and sip a nice cocktail with the wind in your hair.