Walking leisurely through the narrow lanes of Galle Fort, the UNESCO World Heritage Site in Sri Lanka, I stumbled upon a sight that brightened my eyes. I was up close to a python more than 10 ft tall. Sat in the middle of the lane gazing at his stout shining body. Onlookers were amused seeing me in such funny posture but could not make out what was happening. I went closer to have another feel of him. Grinned while murmuring, “my new adorable friend” and wished to hold and hug him fondly. But he was so huge. Caretaker saw my anxiety and assured me not to worry because python is a nonvenomous species of snakes. Well I knew so! But I also knew how a python can devour whole body of a mammal !!!
Should I be brave enough to hug python? Or should I be thoughtful that my thin body may be swallowed and relished by giant python? But I discarded my negative thought and told myself that I have called him my friend so why to fear. Vibes of friendship will transmit between us creating a bond of friendship.
And that happened, indeed. Passers by looked at me holding their breath. I caressed his body affectionately. Spent lot of time adoring my friend. And left Galle Fort with my memorable hug to cherish forever.
Galle city is situated on the southwest coast of Sri Lanka. Immensely popular worldwide for its Galle Fort. The fortified city founded by Portuguese in 16th century and further expanded by the Dutch. Walking through the city I felt like walking in any European city with splendid architecture. Inner circle is car free. With option to either hire tuk tuk or explore walking. And me a hard core walker chose the second option and spent day admiring the beautiful city. Its heritage and chiseled beaches. Sharing few photographs of amazing Galle Fort.
Galle Fort can be a day trip from Colombo or you can spend few days to soak in its exquisite beauty. There are multiple modes of transport from Colombo. I preferred road journey which ran across scenic coastal delighting me with panoramic vistas.
That must have been a thrilling experience and you look like you had so much fun! Galle Fort seems like an awesome place, you managed to get some stunning shots.Thanks for sharing this experience with us!
I feel delighted in sharing my travel experiences with friends. Thanks Mika.
Beautiful post, but that python! You are a very brave woman! I commend you.
Thanks Julie.
Oh, my! You were really brave to hold a Python for that long. They are really big. Sounds you you had s fun trip.
Very huge. More than 10 ft tall and stout.
You’re very brave! I don’t think I could ever do that! I’d definitely be one of those amazed onlookers.
Yes I entertained quite lot every onlooker with awe and shock.
Wow that is certainly a memorable hug indeed, you are really brave to get so close to the python but it must of been an incredible experience.
Incredible experience indeed.
I have always loved snakes so I probably would have given him a squeeze too! I held one that was almost as long and just as thick when I was about 12 🙂 I’ve had snakes as pets on and off for my whole life! Sounds like a great visit!
Wow!!! Delighted to know Ayana.
I am in love with the picturesque beauty of this place.. But, I can’t trust my eyes to see you holding such a huge python !!! 😱😱 It is needless to mention that you are a such a lion hearted person.
Thank you Jagriti. You always pamper me with great words dear.
I love your adventures, Indu! And thanks for sharing with us your inner dialogue with your new adorable friend. I would be having the same thoughts. Relieved to hear there was a care taker and that you didn’t meet this lil guy in the way of.😳 All in a days work for an amazing jet setter! Glad to see you even got to dip your toes in the water 😉👍🏼 Xo,Evelyn.🦋
Thank you Evelyn. I have experienced that good vibes work everywhere.
You’re so brave to hold python in your hand and I bet it must be an exhilarating experience to cherish for the lifetime. Also, the Galle Fort architecture looks splendid!
Indeed to cherish for life Ana.
You are so adventurous. I am so afraid of snakes, I could not be in your place.
Nailil
Thanks Nailil
Indeed a memorable hug, you are a brave woman! You look amazing in all the pictures, including the one holding the python…just wow. Galle city is a nice place, and the Galle Fort looks amazing.
Thanks Preet.
Stopped by to see what was new – as always, no disappointments. This is truly tremendous. I would never have touched it – haha. You are a brave and adventurous woman. Love hearing about your travels!!
Thanks Gina for your sweet words. Feel honored.
Looks great, love this sharing so much, thanks!
Thank you.
What an adventure! I am so scared of snakes, not sure I will ever hug a python.
I am not surprised because I love snakes too. I personally feel they only bite when they feel we are about to harm them. What I am glad about is you clicked those mesmerizing pictures with that cute python. It is lovely.
Thank you Monidipa.
That’s not an experience I would ever want. On the other hand, You enjoyed the snake so it was a good experience for you.
What a cool looking fort! I think I would have hugged the snake, too.
Such a nice place to visit and it looks like you are having a great time exploring this place plus having a chance to hug that python.
I never really thought about going to Sri Lanka before, it looks beautiful though. May need to add it to my want to do list.
OMG! What a memorable moment. Personally, I don’t think I will hug a python lol but this looks awesome!!
Oh goodness! you are so brave to have hold such a huge snake! I wouldn’t have had the courage.
I love a good adventure but i am terribly afraid of snakes. Thank you for sharing.
Wow! I was scared for you haha very brave lady you are. Looks like a lot of fun and definitely a memorable hug 🙂
A journey that was a real adventure, a source of emotions!
Emotional adventure truly.
What a unique experience! I agree that’s one memorable hug you had there!
So unique Lisa.
Looks like an amazing trip! You definitely had the guts to hold that snake! Nice photos too 🙂
Thank you Sondra.
OMG You’re soooo brave holding that snakes, I would be scared to death
Fear is in mind once you shed it whole experience becomes memorable.
That looks like a beautiful place! You must have really loved it. That python was beautiful and seems like it was a memorable hug indeed!
Pretty surroundings. I loved the place and my friend python.
That is so huge python! But I think he is friendly, you are so brave! I’m just really afraid of snakes. Most important is you enjoyed your trip there in Sri Lanka! Wonderful experience!
Thank you Chantell. Absolutely wonderful experience.
I would be delighted to hug a python too! I love snakes, so very pretty
Python is so lovable they will in fact pamper you.
This is honestly jaw-dropping! What made you decide to hug her? Has a dream come true? You are brave!
Thank you Arya. It was all instinctive.
that is very memorable! I don’t think i could hug a python
Jasmine you too can do so.
You are braver than I am, I would have been very scared. What a memorable hug indeed.
Memorable indeed. Whenever I look at this pic I grin.
You surely had a glorious time in this charming city. I wish I am lucky enough to visit there soon.
You should make it Kalyan.
I bet that was an experience that you will never forget! We’d love to get up close to a giant python!
You are absolutely right. That experience is alive in me.
You are so brave, I would have probably run a mile if I had seen that snake
Seems you fear snake Kara. I used to be earlier.