Galle Literary Festival
This festival is the most anticipated event in Sri Lanka’s literary calendar; guaranteed to excite many bibliophiles. Set in the beautiful 17th century Dutch Fort – an UNESCO World Heritage Site, the festival is like no other in the world. Initiated in 2007, it has single- handedly instigated the literary renaissance of Galle. The festival welcomes a whole host of local and internationally acclaimed authors. Here readers and authors are able exchange thoughts and ideas, whilst also learning about various cultures.
With a wide array of small boutique properties, Galle Fort is sure to charm all its visitors; it also provides the perfect backdrop for literary enthusiasts to completely immerse themselves in verse and prose. The annual event promises to wow its audiences, with its multifaceted programmes offering a range of colourful events such as workshops, writer /reader dialogues, poetry readings, cookery demonstrations, literary dinners and guided tours through Galle Fort.
The magic of this literary festival that sets it apart from any other is that fact that this fair is small enough to charm its participants, however big enough to excite the mind. While visiting Sri Lanka be sure to include this festival in your travel itinerary.
Please use the link below for further information:
www.galleliteraryfestival.com
