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Day Tour Galle from Kandy by Lux Tours Lanka
Colombo, Sri Lanka
$133
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Overview
Galle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, boasts a rich cultural tapestry woven through its Dutch-colonial buildings and ancient mosques. This historic city invites you to explore its unique charm on foot, revealing layers of history at every turn.
- 🏛️ Marvel at the imposing Dutch-colonial architecture throughout the city, showcasing Galle's historical significance.
- 🕌 Discover ancient mosques and churches that reflect Galle's diverse history and cultural heritage.
- 🏨 Stroll past grand mansions and museums that showcase local heritage, offering insights into the city's past.
- ☕ Enjoy stylish cafes and quirky boutiques nestled within the rambling lanes, perfect for a leisurely afternoon.
- 🎨 Experience impeccably restored hotels owned by artists, writers, and designers, adding a creative flair to your visit.
- 🌅 Visit Flag Rock Bastion, a popular sunset spot where you can watch locals leap into the water and sample delicious street food.
- 🏰 Explore the Old Gate, adorned with the British coat of arms and historical inscriptions from the Dutch East India Company.
- 🛍️ Wander through the Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct, a restored colonial landmark filled with upscale boutiques and restaurants.
- ⛪ Appreciate the Dutch Reformed Church, featuring gravestones as flooring and an impressive organ made from calamander wood.
- 🏨 Learn about the Amangalla, built in 1684, which has a fascinating history as a lodging for 1st-class P&O passengers.
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Day Tour Galle from Kandy by Lux Tours Lanka
Pickup included
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Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Private transportation
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Flag Rock Bastion- GalleFlag Rock, at the southernmost end of the Fort, was once a Portuguese bastion. Today it is easily the most popular place to catch a sunset. During daylight hours you may see daredevil locals leaping into the water from the rocks. Numerous vendors sell good street food such as fresh papaya with chili powder from carts.
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Old Gate - GalleBeautifully carved British coat of arms tops the entrance to the Old Gate on the outer side. Inside, the letters VOC, standing for Verenigde Oostindische Compagnie (Dutch East India Company), are inscribed in the stone with the date 1669, flanked by two lions and topped by a cockerel. A section of the fortifications here also served as a spice warehouse.
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Dutch Hospital Shopping PrecinctNow fully restored and home to myriad up market boutiques and restaurants, this vast, colonnaded colonial landmark dates from the 18th century. Its size was necessary as both the voyage to Ceylon and life in the tropics proved very unhealthy to the Dutch, who died in droves from various diseases and the tropical heat. There are fabulous bay views from its upper balcony.
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Dutch Reformed ChurchOriginally built in 1640, the present building dates from 1752. Its floor is paved with gravestones from Dutch cemeteries, while other impressive features include the organ and an imposing pulpit made from calamander wood and topped by a grand hexagonal canopy. You may encounter the friendly caretaker who will likely point out the (slightly bizarre) carved wooden memorial dedicated to a former Commander of Galle, Abraham Samlant – the tiny cotton shirt is said to be the one he was baptized in.
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The Amangalla was built in 1684 to house the Dutch governor and officers. Later, as the New Oriental Hotel, it was the lodging of choice for 1st-class P&O passengers travelling to and from Europe in the 19th century. During much of the 20th century, it was in a decades-long slow decline and was run by the legendary Nesta Brohier, a grand lady who was actually born in room 25.
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Day Tour Galle from Kandy by Lux Tours Lanka
Colombo, Sri Lanka
$133
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
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