Sri Lanka, Jan. 15 -- Galle continues to stand out as one of Sri Lanka's most iconic and globally recognized tourist destinations, offering a rare combination of history, culture, nature and living heritage. Often described as the only place where one can sit on a single bench and watch both sunrise and sunset, Galle Fort remains the oldest and best-preserved European sea fortress in Southeast Asia.

Governed in succession by three European colonial powers, Galle still reflects its architectural and urban legacy, while functioning as a vibrant coastal city where people live, work and worship within a UNESCO World Heritage Site.



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