Aeolus Bastion

Galle


A west-facing, low-walled rampart and popular sunset spot.


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1. Muslim Saint's Tomb

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Small tomb, dedicated to Dathini Ziryam, which is located outside the northwest section of the Fort walls.

3. Star Bastion

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Large bastion located in the extreme northwest of Fort's walls, with sweeping views of the ocean and nearby clock tower. It was once topped with six…

4. Sudharmalaya Temple

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Gazing over the lawns on the western side of Galle, this small whitewashed temple complex includes a prayer hall (the unusual design of which, including a…

6. Clock Tower

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Just inside the northern ramparts of the Fort, this large stone bell tower dates from 1883.

7. Moon Bastion

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There are terrific views over the Galle cricket stadium from this huge bastion, where Dutch soldiers once manned around 19 cannons.

8. Main Gate

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The Main Gate in the northern stretch of the wall is a comparatively recent addition – it was built by the British in 1873 to handle the heavier flow of…

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