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Old Town of Galle and its Fortifications

Sri Lanka
Date of Inscription: 1988
Criteria: (iv)
City of Galle, Southern Province
N6 01 17 E80 13 07
Ref: 451

Brief Description

Founded in the 16th century by the Portuguese, Galle reached the height of its development in the 18th century, before the arrival of the British. It is the best example of a fortified city built by Europeans in South and South-East Asia, showing the interaction between European architectural styles and South Asian traditions.