Galle District

Southern Province

Loved our stay in Koggala Beach Hotel, Sri Lanka. The beach was dreamy. #beach
Loved our stay in Koggala Beach Hotel, Sri Lanka. The beach was dreamy. #beach
Remote beach we found in Unawatuna
Hikka beach
At sunset each day giant turtles come to the shallows at this spot to feed on seaweed. They are curious and will eat seaweed from your hand :-) #turtles #beach #sri lanka

Popular cities in Galle District

Galle
Galle
Known for Yoga, Sailing and Libraries
This charming seaside town in southern Sri Lanka welcomes visitors with its colonial old town, pristine beaches and world class diving.

Reasons to visit

  • Galle Fort
  • Galle Clock Tower
  • Galle International Cricket Stadium
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Lazy days at the Narigama beach in Hikkaduwa. Went in March 2016 - perfect weather 👌 #lifeatexpedia
Hikkaduwa
Venture to sights like Hikkaduwa Beach and Hikkaduwa Coral Reef as you discover Hikkaduwa.

Reasons to visit

  • Narigama Beach
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One of the best place to snorkel
Unawatuna
Known for Beaches, Swimming and Jungles
Explore Unawatuna: its jungle, beaches, temples, and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Jungle Beach
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Bentota
Bentota
Check out the local area in Bentota—home to attractions like Bentota Beach and Prince Lanka Ayurvrda.

Reasons to visit

  • Bentota Beach
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Kosgoda
Kosgoda
Known for Nature and Universities
Trip time! Discover the natural setting and university life in Kosgoda.
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Ritipanna is the Sinhalese term for stilt fishing, which is a traditional method for fishing practiced by most fishermen along the southern coast of Sri Lanka. This art is popularly seen in areas such as Ahangama, Koggala, Welipenna, Kathaluwa and Thalarambe. A narrow pole is tied to a stick that is anchored on the sea bed. Fisher folk climb onto this stick and settle on the pole for a few hours in an effort to catch some fish. Fishermen found on stilts are those who do not have access to sophisticated equipment for fishing. These men can make a living simply with the help of two wooden poles to make a stilt. One pole is nailed onto the sea bed and the other is placed like a cross bar and acts as a plank for the fishermen to sit on. Each stilt can accommodate only one fisherman. For catching fish, they create a rod made of Kithul, and a small plastic bag is tied around their waist to hold the fish that they catch. With one hand they hold onto the stilt and with the other they hold the rod that catches fish. The tradition of stilt fishing will always be practiced by those who cannot afford to invest in modern fishing equipment.
Koggala
Known for Beaches, Sea and Spas
Experience relaxing Koggala: its oceanfront, culture, beaches, and more!
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