The cobblestone alleys and historic colonial squares of Galle Fort came alive with festive energy today, September 26, 2026, as the Southern Province Tourism Bureau unveiled the official program for World Tourism Day celebrations.

Centered around Court Square within the UNESCO World Heritage ramparts, the weekend entertainment festival features open-air folk theatre, vibrant traditional fire dances, and acoustic performances by renowned southern instrumental troupes. In tandem with community eco-cleanups at nearby Jungle Beach, tourism coordinators noted that the public celebration combines heritage entertainment with experiential cultural walking tours, providing local and international visitors with an unforgettable living showcase of southern Sri Lankan artistry.