GALLE FORT LIGHTHOUSE

Also renowned as Pointe de Galle Light, Galle Lighthouse is a prominent tourist attraction of Galle. Situated on the shores of Galle, the lighthouse makes a postcard-perfect scenario against the emerald waves hitting the fine beige sands of Galle. Also, it is situated inside the architectural marvel of the city, Galle Fort, which defines its scenic beauty further.

Taking shape in the year 1939, this lighthouse has been constructed as a replacement for the pre-existing lighthouse which was destroyed by fire in the year 1934. It is an automated lighthouse that is still in use as well as it serves a perfect tourist spot for the foreigners and locals alike. With a height of 26.5 meters, the lighthouse is 2 meters taller than the former lighthouse.

People come here to witness the classic beauty of the lighthouse and laze around the nearby beaches. Also, visitors love to engage in various water sports like swimming, scuba diving, surfing and many more offered at the nearby beaches. Must try the authentic Sri Lankan cuisines which are being sold by the local restaurants and food corners which you could pair with a refreshing king coconut drink.

Colombo International Airport is just 111 KM away from the Galle Lighthouse and it would not take more than 2 hours to cover this distance by road.

By Taxi:
You can easily get a hired taxi from the outside of the airport and it could drive you to the lighthouse within 2 hours.

By :
You can also travel this journey by bus where you have to catch bus number 187 from outside the airport and drop down at the Colombo Fort. From there you have to take another bus to Maharagama Bus Stand and from the stand, you would find a high-speed bus to Galle.

Please note that there are no trains or ferries which could take you from the Colombo International Airport to Galle Lighthouse.

The best time to visit Galle Fort Lighthouse is from December to March as this is the dry season of the island. These months receive the lowest amount of rainfall along with comfortably cool temperatures. Also, the humidity level is very low around this time of the year.

Adding to all these, this is the best time to enjoy the watersports in the nearby beaches, as well as the Galle Literary Festival, is also organized in the month of January here.