Dutch Gate, Galle Fort

Lonely PlanetJul 22

The best beaches in New Jersey

"Down the shore" is as much a feeling as it is a place: Bike rides to the bay and pizza and custard on the boardwalk.These are the best beaches on the Jersey Shore.

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All Saints’ Anglican ChurchSight
Maritime Archaeology MuseumMuseum
Dutch GateSight
Elsewhere
Cape May Bird ObservatorySightCape May, United StatesCheck in for migratory bird information.
Sandy Hook Gateway National Recreation AreaSightSandy Hook, United StatesSee NYC skyline from beach; includes nude and gay beaches.
Fort HancockSightSandy Hook, United StatesGlimpse of prior importance as military and navigational site.
Stone PonyRestaurantAsbury Park, United StatesNightclub where Bruce Springsteen got his start.
Barnegat PeninsulaNeighborhoodSeaside Heights, United StatesLocals call it 'the barrier island'.
Island Beach State ParkSightSeaside Park, United StatesOffers fishing, wildlife, and untouched sand dunes.
Barnegat LighthouseSightBarnegat Light, United StatesKiller view from Island Beach State Park.
Farias Surf ShopPlaceShip Bottom, United StatesRent bikes here to explore the island.
Steel PierSightAtlantic City, United StatesOffers rides and amusements.

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Lonely PlanetJul 21

A walking tour of Galle Fort, Sri Lanka

A walk through heritage buildings repurposed into stylish cafes, boutiques and hotels.

Officially known as the Old Gate.

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All Saints’ Anglican ChurchSightGothic-style church with stained glass and timber ceilings.
Maritime Archaeology MuseumMuseumShowcases seafaring heritage and artifacts from shipwrecks.
Dutch GateSightOfficially known as the Old Gate.
Sipnara Shipla SaviyaPlaceShowroom for traditional textiles and crafts.
Black FortSightLikely oldest surviving part of the fort complex.
Old Dutch HospitalSightRetail complex with upscale boutiques and restaurants.
GafeRestaurantServes caramel-esque kithul latte.
Orchid HousePlaceSells wood carving, jewelry, tea, and souvenirs.
Stick No BillsPlaceFilled with vintage travel postcards.
Coffee BrunchRestaurantRetro oasis with koi pond and homemade brunch.
Pedlar's Corner CaféRestaurantServes food with stellar sunset views from upstairs terrace.
Hot Hot RotiRestaurantTiny stand selling spicy rottis.
Flag Rock BastionSightSouthernmost point for watching sunset and cliff divers.
Ropewalk BarRestaurantSri Lanka's first speciality bar for arrack.
Galle Fort HotelHotelIconic 18th-century Dutch villa with courtyard and pool.
Sri Sudharmalaya ViharayaSight

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