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Star fort – A beautiful museum in the middle of the city

Star fort – A beautiful museum in the middle of the city

✈️ Why should you visit Sigiriya?

The Star Fort is a unique, six-pointed star-shaped fortification in Matara, Sri Lanka, built by the Dutch in the 18th century.
  • Unique Star-Shaped Design: The fort’s shape is its most defining feature. It was constructed in the form of a six-pointed star.
  • Last Dutch Fortification: This was the last defensive structure built by the Dutch in Sri Lanka. It was completed in 1765 to protect the main Matara Fort.
  • Strategic Defensive Architecture: Its unique design allowed a small garrison to protect against land-based attacks. The fort has vantage points in all directions.
  • Historical Transformation: The fort has had many uses over time. It was a Dutch garrison, a British engineer’s residence, a public library, and is now an archaeological site.
  • Impressive Engineering Details: The fort features a deep moat and a drawbridge. Inside, a hexagonal building and a deep well still supply fresh water.

Entity

Government

Entrance

Free

Wheelchair Access

Yes

Water

Available

Restaurants

Available

Toilets

Available

District: Matara

Reach

Any vehicle

Road Quality

Good

Public Transport

Available

Guidelines

Follow Opening Hours : The fort is open only during specific hours (usually daytime). Plan your visit accordingly and buy tickets from the official counter. Photography Etiquette : Photography is allowed, but use respect when capturing cultural or religious elements. Avoid drone use unless officially permitted. Protect the History : Avoid leaning, climbing, or scratching the old stone walls—every mark damages 250+ years of history.