Galle in itself is an iconic city on the southern tip of Sri Lanka but visitors to the area can unearth even greater that city possesses by retreating to the National Maritime Archaeology Museum which is housed within the Galle Fort. From the numerous Sri Lanka hotels nearby, select Heritance Ahungalla which is found in close proximity to the museum. Such Sri Lanka beach hotels will offer you ample space to indulge in the treats that the historic city of Galle affords.
Meander through the museum that depicts an abundance of artefacts retrieved from shipwrecks which are believed to be over 800 years old. From smoking pipes, beer mugs, sailor shoes and artillery, the museum is one spectacle you do not want to miss out on. However the place was devastated by the 2004 tsunami and was later restored back to and was officially unveiled in March of 2010. Thus the destination became the country’s 1st Maritime Archaeology Museum. Those at the museum can also witness the life-size dioramas that showcase the traditional ways of fishing.
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