Galle
Best time to be there
During our winter months, when the humidity is lower and the temperature more comfortable for sightseeing and exploration. However, the monsoon season of May to September should not be discounted for travel as the whole of Sri Lanka is bursting into lush greenery due to the rainfall showing you a side of this island not everyone sees.
Fly to
Colombo (Sri Lankan Airlines daily)
flying time
10 hours non-stop
time difference
GMT +6 hours
Visas
Required for British Nationals from 1st January 2012.
Health Requirements
Yellow fever if arriving from endemic area
Itineraries
Classic Sri Lanka
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The capital of Sri Lanka's southern province and former European administrative centre, Galle is a city with a colourful history. Its Dutch atmosphere is very much alive and its most popular attraction is the magnificent Dutch fort, branded a World Heritage site by UNESCO. The beautiful beach of Unawatuna is just 6km south east of the city centre.
The southern coastal belt is the most popular among tourists and comes to life mainly from October through April when the monsoon moves northeast.
Suggested Galle Accommodation
Amangalla
Amangalla derives its name from aman, or "peace" in Sanskrit, and galla, the Sinhalese name for the town of Galle. The hotel is decorated in a traditional colonial style and...
Galle Fort
This wonderfully renovated hotel combines contemporary and local style. Friendly staff create a daily menu of Asian favourites whilst a treatment at the Ahhhh! Spa is not to be missed. This...
Lighthouse Hotel
The colonial Dutch influence of this area spreads through the candlelit Cinnamon Room Restaurant and the 63 Deluxe, air-conditioned rooms and suites of this hotel. Two swimming pools, tennis...
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Guest Testimonial
We very much appreciated the champagne to celebrate A&K's anniversary. Our guide Omar & driver Basil were both absolutely excellent throughout. Many thanks for making our trip to Jordan so enjoyable and for all the hard work that ensured our holiday ran so smoothly! 
- LJ, London
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