Cultural Tours
The southern coastal town of Galle has a rich and vibrant history surrounding it that makes it unique to any other city on the island. Being a port of ancient times the city has had many varied and international influences over the years. Its enclosed port city is considered the largest European Fort of its time in Asia and has been designated as an UNESCO world heritage site.

For visitors touring this unique and ancient city will not be disappointed. There are a wide variety of attractions to take in. For instance take a stroll through the Galle Fort, considered a museum showcasing colonial rule. Guest can marvel at the unique Dutch architecture of the time and how it has been well preserved for generations. One will also be amazed at how modern construction and traditional local development have been seamlessly merged so as to not spoil the feel and character of this majestic old fort.

Within the Galle Fort visit the former Dutch warehouse building that now houses the National Maritime Museum. The museum was setup in Galle due to the city’s time as a prominent port in ancient times. Gain insight into rural fishing life and folklore, find out about local aquatic biodiversity in Sri Lanka and examine the various fishing and trade boats used by intrepid local seamen throughout the times.

Take a short trip down to Koggala, where visitors can observe traditional rural life and examine how local skills that have been handed down from generation to generation in families are used to make beautiful handicrafts such as sculptures, lace and jewellery. Taking a tour, be it organised or self guided is the ideal way to take in the Galle tourist attractions and get a full grasp of the city’s deep and rich culture. Jetwing Kurulubedda is a secluded, exclusive boutique hotel nestled in the Galle forestry offering elegant, stylish accommodation with modern facilities and spectacular scenery.