The DUTCH FORT in Batticaloa, Sri Lanka; a Colonial Legacy

An over the lagoon-view of the Dutch Fort.

An undisturbed view of the Dutch Fort from Kallady Bridge

A wider view of the Dutch Fort from Kallady Bridge,
inclusive of Lady Manning's Drive, the avenue on the right.

A closer view of the Dutch Fort from Market Road.

One of the obvious corners of the Dutch Fort.
A view from Batticaloa Market.

A history book at the entrance of the Dutch Fort,
marking some of the important historical dates of Batticaloa;
especially the Colonial Times.

The present form of the Dutch Fort is being used as the Kachcheri.
The Batticaloa District Administration Office.

One of the main watch towers in the Dutch Fort.

A hidden view of the famous Kallady Bridge before entering into the Dutch Fort

The Bell Tower observable at the Dutch Fort

The Bell Tower observable at the Dutch Fort

The main Watch Tower at Dutch Fort 

The Lagoon side entrance to the Dutch Fort

The Lagoon side entrance to the Dutch Fort

The Lagoon side entrance to the Dutch Fort

A space for the watchman's clear view

The gallows at the Dutch Fort, used by them for Capital Punishment.
"Hang him... Hang him..."

A view of Kallady from one of the watch towers

A view of Koddaimunai from another watch tower

One of the corners of the Dutch Fort

The water surrounding the anterior of the Dutch Fort