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Dutch Reformed Church

Church Street, Galle 80000 Sri Lanka
917692 80.217007 6.028196
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The Dutch Reformed Church in Galle Fort stands as a significant historical landmark, dating back to the 18th century. It provides a tangible connection to Sri Lanka’s colonial past, showcasing Dutch and English architectural influences. The church’s interior is characterized by its simple, traditional design and a unique feature: numerous gravestones set into the floor and walls, marking the final resting places of early settlers. While often visited by tourists, the church maintains a peaceful atmosphere, enhanced by the insights offered by local caretakers who share its rich history. Ongoing restoration efforts ensure the preservation of this important cultural site.

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  • Church Street, Galle 80000 Sri Lanka
  • +94 11 2 360861

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JonatanSundstrom
Galle
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This is an amazing place and a must see for all the visitors. It is adorned with beautiful interiors and historic walls. The stories of the past of this building are incredible and the view is just awesome.

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FlorenceAube
Galle
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The cafe is a little place situated in the middle of the buzzing market of the city and is a cute little place with a really warm ambience and very nice and friendly people and staff. The food was great and had a lot of amazing local flavors. It was totally worth the visit and we really enjoyed the food and hospitality.

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SigridurFridbjarnardottir
Galle
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Me and my husband went on a romantic date in this restaurant and it was a wonderful experience. The place is quiet and nice and is perfect for intimate affairs. The staff was kind and friendly and made you feel very welcoming. The food and the service was also great and the delicious serving just made this place an absolute must try. Do visit and be amazed by everything here.

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RebeccaYuryeva
Galle
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There was nothing special about this speciality hotel and it was such a disappointment. The place was literally in ruins and it pinches me to see all my money goes to waste. The rooms were really dirty and unkept and the service was pathetic. I won’t recommend this to anyone and it was the worst experience.

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SigthoraBaldursdottir
Galle
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This is one of the most iconic and interesting buildings of the city where the architecture of this place speaks volume of its importance. It is a great place to visit and its tour throws some light on the history and working of this place.

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AmalieJeremiassen
Galle
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The place is so beautiful that I could not take my eyes off it. The place is a heritage building which has stunning architecture and the Victorian style walls are simply amazing. We visited the place on a weekday and it had a lot of people. But things were arranged in a proper way and we could have the tour nicely.

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AmaliePedersen
Galle
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This is an amazing place and a must see for all the visitors. It is adorned with beautiful interiors and historic walls. The stories of the past of this building are incredible and the view is just awesome.

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JuliaNeudorf
Galle
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This is an amazing place and a must see for all the visitors. It is adorned with beautiful interiors and historic walls. The stories of the past of this building are incredible and the view is just awesome.

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LisaHerrmann
Galle
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Our visit to this[sight.name] was a nice and calming experience.Our guide was really great and made sure to keep sharing all the relevant information with us. The place is majestic and brings in so much peace and quiet within you.

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LukaszMiller
Galle
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This is an amazing place and a must see for all the visitors. It is adorned with beautiful interiors and historic walls. The stories of the past of this building are incredible and the view is just awesome.

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LeahPollock
Galle
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This place is a magnificent piece of history in the city which is covered with interesting anecdotes and historic value. The place is awesome and I am sure you won’t be disappointed here. Take out some time and visit this marvellous piece and enjoy it with your friends and family.. Our journey to this place was nothing less than a magnificent memory. This is the most beautiful place I have visited and stayed. I have never experienced luxury like that and the hospitality was top notch. I am still so grateful for all the people who hosted us and took us on an incredible journey.. The place is so beautiful that I could not take my eyes off it. The place is a heritage building which has stunning architecture and the Victorian style walls are simply amazing. We visited the place on a weekday and it had a lot of people. But things were arranged in a proper way and we could have the tour nicely.

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AdamBryant
Galle
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This is an amazing place and a must see for all the visitors. It is adorned with beautiful interiors and historic walls. The stories of the past of this building are incredible and the view is just awesome.

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JacobCash
Galle
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Our visit to this[sight.name] was a nice and calming experience.Our guide was really great and made sure to keep sharing all the relevant information with us. The place is majestic and brings in so much peace and quiet within you.

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EloiseTurnbull
Galle
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If you are visiting this [sight.name], this particular place should not be missed since it is the most iconic location and attraction. It is an interesting place which reflects a lot of the native culture and about the people of this city. It is beautiful and has a stunning location.

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AnitaMMiddlebrook
Galle
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This is one of the most iconic and interesting buildings of the city where the architecture of this place speaks volume of its importance. It is a great place to visit and its tour throws some light on the history and working of this place.

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SandorFlorka
Galle
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We went to this amazing place and loved the view and the scenery. The place was really crowded as it is one of the most famous tourist attractions but you need to look out for pickpockets here because apparently a lot can happen here if you don’t pay much attention.

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ChristianDresdner
Galle
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The place is so beautiful that I could not take my eyes off it. The place is a heritage building which has stunning architecture and the Victorian style walls are simply amazing. We visited the place on a weekday and it had a lot of people. But things were arranged in a proper way and we could have the tour nicely.

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LisaDKelly
Galle
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This is a must visit place in the city and it is beautiful. The place is centrally located and you can easily reach it. The stories and the facts of this place are very interesting and make way for an entertaining tour.

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SeanTNorris
Galle
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This is an amazing place and a must see for all the visitors. It is adorned with beautiful interiors and historic walls. The stories of the past of this building are incredible and the view is just awesome.

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Aimee-leighGordon
Galle
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Our journey to this place was nothing less than a magnificent memory. This is the most beautiful place I have visited and stayed. I have never experienced luxury like that and the hospitality was top notch. I am still so grateful for all the people who hosted us and took us on an incredible journey.

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