A Journey Through Time in Sri Lanka

The History of Galle Fort🍆 The history of the ancient city of Galle dates back to the early 16th century, when Portuguese colonizers built the initial fortifications here. However, it was the arrival of Dutch colonizers in the 17th century that truly gave Galle its unique character. 🍔🍔 The Dutch carried out large-scale expansions of Galle, turning it into a strong coastal defense fortress. 🍁 🌴The city walls, batteries, lighthouse, and typical Dutch-style buildings have been well-preserved to this day, making people feel as if they were in a European colony hundreds of years ago.🌺 Galle Fort is more than just a "living museum" — the ancient city is full of stylish cafes, art galleries, and boutique hotels. You can also enjoy a cup of authentic Sri Lankan black tea in the antique buildings.🏡 🏰 Unmissable Historical Buildings in the Fort No1. 🎫 Galle Maritime Museum 🕍 It showcases Sri Lanka's glorious history as an important link on the Maritime Silk Road. First established in 1992, it was severely damaged in the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami.🚲 After restoration, it reopened in 2009. The restoration not only restored its original appearance but also added many modern exhibition facilities, making it one of the most important maritime museums in Sri Lanka.🛶 The exhibition areas mainly include: 1. Ancient Navigation and Trade: Displaying ancient ship models, navigation instruments, and precious cultural relics salvaged from sunken ships.🎁 2. Marine Life: Showcasing the rich marine ecosystem of the Indian Ocean, including specimens of various fish, corals, and marine mammals.🎉 3. Fisheries and Marine Resources: Introducing the development of Sri Lanka's traditional and modern fisheries, as well as the sustainable use of marine resources.🎁 4. Tsunami Exhibition: Specifically showcasing the disaster and reconstruction process of the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, including post-disaster restoration work and future disaster prevention.🎅 No2. 🕌 Dutch Reformed Church ⛪️ It is one of the oldest churches in Sri Lanka. This church is not only an important historical site in the ancient city of Galle but also an outstanding representative of Dutch colonial architectural style and religious history.✨✨ Built in 1755, during the heyday of the Dutch East India Company's rule in Sri Lanka, the church was constructed to serve Dutch colonizers and their families in Galle. It was funded by Casparus de Jong, the Dutch East India Company governor in Galle, and his wife Maria Elizabeth de Meur.💞💞 The architectural style of the Dutch Reformed Church is elegant and simple, reflecting the characteristics of Dutch Protestant architecture. The exterior of the church is composed of thick stone walls, appearing solemn and stable. 💗 💖💖The interior decoration is relatively simple, mainly with wooden structures, embodying the Dutch Reformed Church's emphasis on simplicity. 💕💕The floor of the church is paved with ancient tombstones, and its tall wooden ceiling and exquisite wood carvings add unique charm to it.🍡🍡 #SriLanka#Travel