Favorite thing: It's a paradise..!!
Fondest memory: So many things.. : )
Written Aug 12, 2009
Favorite thing: I was in Galle on Dec 26, the first anniversary of the Tsunami that devastated the coastal town. A memorial service for the dead was held at the Police Headquarters.
Written Feb 3, 2007
Fondest memory: The best memory was renewing acquaintances with fellow fans on tour, like "Jimmy Saville" here. Sadly we had to lament the absence of the man in the Sylvester the cat suit.
Written Jan 11, 2004
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The best memory was renewing acquaintances with fellow fans on tour, like "Jimmy Saville" here. Sadly we had to lament the absence of the man in the Sylvester...
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Q: Can anyone out there recommend a hotel close to the cricket ground in Galle? Happy to spend up to USD 120/ night. All suggestions...

A: Hi there, The ground is between bus station and Fort. Closenberg and Sun House are two of the closest middle-class hotels there. Lighthouse is a bit further, around 3...
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Galle is about as attractive a colonial city as you can find on the subcontinent. You shouldn't expect stunning architectural beauty like Cartagena in Colombia or Zacatecas in Mexico, however; think...
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Galle lies on the South coast of Sri Lanka, reputedly the Biblical City of Tarshish and the main port on the island until the sea wall at Colombo was built. While King Solomon may have come here on a...
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Galle Fort - A World Heritage Site

The port town of Galle is Sri Lanka's fourth biggest town. In 1505, a Portuguese fleet bound for Maldives blew off course, forcing them to take shelter in the Galle Harbour. In 1598, the Portuguese......
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The city of Galle is the 4th biggest in Sri Lanka. The main attraction of the city is most probably the well preserved Dutch Fort. It is not difficult to find the entrance to the Fort. At first, I......
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GALLE - not much change since colonial times !

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