Galle, the capital of Southern province. Before the Portuguese ruling of the country it was also considered a major port because of the natural harbour. The city is a fusion of the Portuguese & native architecture and maybe that is why it has become a must visit tourist attraction. The Galle fort which is the biggest feature of the city is considered as a world heritage and the largest remaining fortress in Asia built by a European occupier. While in Galle you can visit National Maritime Museum, St. Mary’s Cathedral and Galle International Stadium. Tourists prefer the famous Tuk Tuk tour in the city which will gain you first-hand experience about the city and the locals.

This is the main landmark of Galle, if you are visiting Galle, you must get few shots here for your travel album. The lighthouse and the Galle Fort which is a world heritage site are visited by hundreds of locals and tourists every day. Built-in 1938, the lighthouse is still in operation. Very next to the lighthouse there is a beach to have a safe swim if you are interested.

The waters around Sri Lanka is filled with marine life. Sri Lanka is a marine enthusiast’s dream come true. Five out of the seven types of sea turtles call nests on our beaches. All of them are among the endangered list. You get to see Leatherbacks, Green Turtles, Loggerheads, Hawksbills and Olive Ridley Turtles in Sri Lanka. The turtle care center in Kosgoda is one of the 18 turtle hatcheries along with the southern coast of Sri Lanka. So why we are recommending you to visit Kosgoda, because you get to see all of the above five species there. The center functions mainly as a hatchery and make huge efforts to increase the rate of hatching and survival of baby turtles in their very initial stage.