Galle

Galle, Southern

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Galle DistrictDistrict
GalleCity
On the south-western tip of Sri Lanka, 119 km south of ColomboApprox. location
Unawatuna, MataraNearby major areas
Coastal retreatTypical property types
1New projects

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About the neighbourhood

  • Galle Fort is a World Heritage Site and the largest remaining European-built fortress in Asia
  • Capital of Galle District and largest city of Southern Province
  • Natural harbour and the National Maritime Museum
  • St. Mary's Cathedral, founded by Jesuit priests, and one of the island's main Shiva temples
  • Home to Galle International Stadium, a Test cricket venue

Galle is a major city on the south-western tip of Sri Lanka, the capital of Galle District and the largest city of Southern Province. It was the island's main port before the Portuguese arrived and developed most under the Dutch in the 17th and 18th centuries. The Galle Fort, a World Heritage Site, is the largest remaining fortress in Asia built by European occupiers. The city also has a natural…

Galle is a major city on the south-western tip of Sri Lanka, the capital of Galle District and the largest city of Southern Province. It was the island's main port before the Portuguese arrived and developed most under the Dutch in the 17th and 18th centuries. The Galle Fort, a World Heritage Site, is the largest remaining fortress in Asia built by European occupiers. The city also has a natural harbour, the National Maritime Museum and Galle International Stadium.

Header photo: FLASHPACKER TRAVELGUIDE, CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons

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Known Landmarks

The lighthouse and mosque on the ramparts of Galle Fort
The lighthouse and mosque on the ramparts of Galle FortPhoto: FLASHPACKER TRAVELGUIDE, CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons

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Frequently Asked Questions

What new homes are available in Galle?

LankaNewHomes currently lists 1 new project in Galle: Ocean Breeze Galle. Each listing page has the floor plans, amenities and developer details.

What is Galle known for?

Galle is known for the Galle Fort, a World Heritage Site and the largest remaining fortress in Asia built by European occupiers, showing Portuguese and Dutch influence. It also has a natural harbour, the National Maritime Museum, St. Mary's Cathedral, a major Shiva temple and Galle International Stadium.

Is Galle close to Colombo?

Galle is about 119 km south of Colombo, on the south-western tip of Sri Lanka. It is the capital of Galle District and of Southern Province.

What types of new homes are being built in Galle?

The projects listed in Galle are hotel and coastal retreat developments (1 project).

Are there new apartment or condominium projects in Galle?

No apartment or condominium projects are listed in Galle at the moment. The projects listed here are hotel and coastal retreat developments.

Who is building new homes in Galle?

The projects listed in Galle are being built by Global Housing & Real Estate. Each developer's page shows its other projects.

Explore nearby areas

  • Unawatuna
  • Matara