Dutch Star Fort

Matara's name during the Portuguese colonization was Maturai, which meant the great fortress. There are two forts in Matara, the Star Fort is visited as a museum, and has been renovated, while the Dutch fort is a place where Dutch people still live, it's not a monument where people visit to learn about its history. The Star Fort was built by the Dutch during colonization, and it retains its star shape today. The construction ended in 1765. Nilwala River is nearby, but you almost don't notice it because it's pretty low. The roof of the fort was covered with sheets to facilitate its discretion, but now that's been replaced by a tiled roof.