Galle Fort in Sri Lanka is a UNESCO heritage site built in 1588 by the Portuguese. It contains several historic attractions within its walls including All Saints Church, the Meeran Jumma Mosque, and the Dutch Reformed Church. Other points of interest are the Fort Gates, the Light House, and the Dutch Reformed Gates. The guide provides information on visiting these attractions and recommendations for places to stay and dine within Galle Fort.

1. Galle Fort, Sri Lanka

2. • Introduction
• All Saints Church
• The Fort Gates
• The Light House
• The Meeran Jumma Mosque
• The Dutch Reformed Gates
• Where to Stay
• Galle Restaurants
• Reference
Contents

3. • Galle Fort, is one of the main
attractions in Galle and a UNESCO
heritage site
• It was built in 1588 by the
Portuguese
• Below guide contains the main
attractions of Galle Fort
Introduction

4. • The Anglican Church was built
during 1868
• The foundation of the new church
was laid by Calverly Claughton,
2nd Bishop of Colombo in 1871
All Saints Church

5. • The main entrance to the Fort is
located opposite the roundabout
with the war memorial and is
called the British Gate
• This gate leads to the Magistrates
Court building and the cobbled
Court Square
The Fort Gates

6. • This is Sri Lanka’s oldest light
station dating back to 1848
• The light station is located
within the walls of the ancient
Galle fort, a UNESCO world
heritage site and a well known
tourist attraction, making this
one of the most visited light
stations in Sri Lanka
The Light House

7. • Built by the early Arab traders of
Sri Lanka
• Meeran Jumma Masjid Mosque is
an important landmark to the
large Muslim community who live
within the Fort
• And it is also a building with high
architectural value and a must
visit attraction
The Meeran Jumma Mosque

8. • The Dutch Reformed Church was
built in 1640
• The church is paved with grave
stones from the old Dutch
cemetery
• There is also an old vintage organ
from 1760 in the church
The Dutch Reformed Gates

9. Where to Stay
Galle Fort Hotel
Lady Hill, Galle Tamarind Hill, Galle
Mosvold Villa Ahangama, Sri Lanka

10. Galle Fort, Restaurants
Royal Dutch Cafe, Galle A Minute By Tuk Tuk, Galle
The Fort Printers, Galle English Breakfast, Galle

11. Reference List
• http://www.selcoholidays.com/sites/default/files/Aerial-view-of-Galle-fort-Sri-Lanka.jpg
• http://www.albertfort.com/temp/galle-fort-albert-fort-boutique-hotel-galle-sri-lanka-04.jpg
• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Galle_Fort
• http://www.brownstours.lk/images/inbound/arc-2.jpg
• http://www.gallefort.lk/galle-fort-attractions
• https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/d/d1/All_Saints_Church_-_Old_Town_-_Galle_-
_Sri_Lanka_%2814068090693%29.jpg
• https://christmasevebaby.files.wordpress.com/2016/06/p3264447.jpg
• http://www.mansionkandy.com/images/experience/explore-galle-
fort.jpg?Action=thumbnail&Width=1345&Height=700&algorithm=fill_proportional
• http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-VmMlnuU00Aw/U0-
EZudVHZI/AAAAAAAACF8/NsYTjcJ04l0/s1600/IMG_7049.jpg
• https://bandi42.files.wordpress.com/2012/02/dsc_0028.jpg
• http://chiclocations.com/wp-content/gallery/jetwing-lighthouse-sri-lanka/Impressive-Decor-Jetwing-
Lighthouse-Galle-Sri-Lanka.jpg

12. Reference List
• https://cdnjacadatravel.scdn3.secure.raxcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/the-galle-fort-
hotel-balconyWF-1200x675.jpg
• http://www.srilankanexpeditions.com/accomadation_img/14503318278.jpg
• http://www.limedays.com/wp-
content/uploads/2014/08/56bbb1b0178488d63a99a93516ce32b6-1680x650.jpg
• https://media-cdn.tripadvisor.com/media/photo-s/01/8e/af/98/royal-dutch-cafe.jpg
• https://www.yamu.lk/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/IMG_9754-600x400.jpg
• http://www.thefortprinters.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/exterior4.jpg
• https://media-cdn.tripadvisor.com/media/photo-s/09/ae/94/fd/the-stairway.jpg
• http://www.mosvoldhotels.com/

13. Thank You!