The South - Sri Lanka - page 225

44 Barefoot C6
45 Cargills Food City B1
46 Old Railway A1
47 Orchid House D6
48 Shoba Display Gallery C6
49 Small Antique Shop D6
50 Stick No Bills C5
The Fort area is home to about 400 historic houses, churches, mosques, temples and many
old commercial and government buildings. Galle is an experience to savour, taste and
touch; revel in its surprises. And don't neglect the new town where you'll find interesting
shops and markets.
A large Muslim community lives and works inside the Fort, particularly at the southern
end of the walled town. Many shops close for a couple of hours around noon on Friday for
prayer time.
GOOD GALLE BOOKS
The following books are on sale at shops within the Fort:
Galle: As Quiet As Asleepby Norah Roberts. Galle's long-time librarian offers an interest-
ing and very readable take on local history.
Around the Fort in 80 Livesby Juliet Coombe and Daisy Perry. Profiles residents of the
Fort who recount stories both amazing and illuminating.
Drawn to Galle Fortby Juliet Coombe. This exhaustive guide includes themed walks of the
Fort and details of the new town and the sights beyond.
Galle Fortby Mark Thompson and Karl Steinberg. A compact and detailed illustrated tour
of the Unesco sites.
The Fort Walls
Locals and visitors alike enjoy walking the Fort walls at dusk. As the daytime heat fades
away, you can walk almost the complete circuit of the Fort along the top of the wall in an