Brief synthesisOld Town of Galle and its Fortifications is situated on a small rocky promontory on the southwest coast of Sri Lanka. Founded in the 16th century by the Portuguese as a fortified town, Galle reached the height of its development in the 18th century under Dutch colonial rule. IntegrityWithin the boundaries of Old Town of Galle and its Fortifications are elements and components related to town planning, fortification engineering, and architecture that are necessary to express the Outstanding Universal Value of the property. AuthenticityThe form and design of the original town plan, with its street grid, facades, and the scales of the streetscapes, truly reflect the value of the old town. The location and setting of the town and its fortifications in relation to its seascape and landscape are also well preserved.