Located 116 Kilometres south of Colombo, this is the capital of southern Sri Lanka. In 1587, the Portuguese annexed Galle from its Singhalese kings and built its first fortress naming it "Santacrusz". Its old world charm appeals as a tourist destination. To this, it looks back to 500 years of nurture under Singhalese, Portuguese, Dutch and British stewardship. The influence of the Dutch on the people of the city and architecture, especially the way they dress, is evident today. The town is the first international commerce and trade centre of the island, even today, the Galle play an important role in the Sri Lanka's economy. The sandy beach here enhances the natural beauty the city blessed with.

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