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Galle Fort: a UNESCO jewel reinvents itself
Inside the old ramparts, boutique hotels and cafés share the lanes with a living town.
Quick Summary
Within the sea-washed ramparts of Galle Fort, the past is not behind glass. Dutch-era villas now house boutique hotels and cafés, yet the fort remains a living town where families have lived for generations.
That balance — between heritage site and home — is what gives the UNESCO-listed fort its particular charm, and what makes its future a matter of careful stewardship.
A model for heritage tourism
As visitor numbers recover, Galle offers a template for how Sri Lanka might grow tourism while keeping the soul of its historic places intact.
Technology & Features Writer
Ravi covers technology, heritage and long-form features across the island.
