Batticaloa Fort in Batticaloa

It has some government offices

This historical place is very important to the District and be protected. Currently mist of the District level and some provincial level government institutions are located at this place. Due to such government offices the inside the fort is bit congested.

It amazing to see how this 300 year old Fort is still operating they should convert it to a museum or a hotel

Now this building used for katcheri for batticoloa distric

You can experience batticaloa history with your body and soul.

Nothing to see much more things like Galle fort.

Its 100 years old Fortress. It should be a good tourist attractions point. But its not maintaining well. Not clean much...

A historical place in batti which need more renovation and care

Great place to visit in Batticaloa if you ever come. Theres a clear view of Kalladi Bridge and the Lagoon from the fort.

Historical place but without much care for the place. Go and see this before it ruined down to earth

A peaceful place with a river side scenery. People can see the beauty of sunset here. In the evening people can see many varieties of birds flying across the river those were beautiful

Famous ancient historical place in BATTICALOA district

You can visit the port but there are lot of government buildings inside. Best way to see the port is by boat. Get a 1 hour boat ride next to Baticaloa Lighthouse and you can see the fort and kalladi bridge at the same time.

Originally a Portuguese settlement, the Fort of Batticaloa was first constructed in 1628 as a trading and administrative center. Set upon a small island, the fort protrudes into a swampy lagoon, surveying the brackish waters protected by the city’s outer banks.

Its a fort built by Dutch in Batticaloa town Eastern part of Srilanka. Its located close to the lagoon. The scenery from the too of the fort is amazing. The building is strong. Currently this is a monument to Batticaloa however, the district secretariat office is functioning.

The present Batticaloa Fort is under the control of the Government of Sri Lanka and was built by the Portuguese in 1628. It came under Dutch rule on May 18, 1638, and the fort has been used by the English since 1745. This place is a great place to visit as you can see the features of several different traditions in a small area.

This fort built by Dutch during the period of colonization.. and they designed the water and land territory like the shape of turtle... U can find the shape in the map

Batticaloa Fort house the District Secretariat. Can see the Kallady bridge very beautifully. Building is in bad shape and needs to be repaired to attract the tourists.

Historical place but, unnecessary new constructions seems to reduce its historical value.....

Originally constructed by Portuguese which was renovated by Dutch architecture masterpiece facing Batticaloa lagoon. Now Batticaloa district secretariat, agriculture office and many local administration offices located at batticaloa fort premises conserving as old archeological site. Much fascinated place to visit..

Old Dutch Fort with beautiful view to the Kalladi bridge

BEST PLACE FOR WORKOUTS & PHOTO SHOOTINGSThe fort has a structure of four bastions and is protected by the Batticaloa lagoon on two sides and a canal on the other two sides. The fort is still in reasonable condition and currently houses several local administrative departments of the Sri Lanka government in new buildings, which are located within the old structure.Batticaloa (Tamil: மட்டக்களப்பு, Maṭṭakkaḷappu; Sinhala: මඩකලපුව, Madakalapuwais a major city in the Eastern Province, Sri Lanka, and its former capital. It is the administrative capital of the Batticaloa District. The city is the seat of the Eastern University of Sri Lanka and is a major commercial centre. It is on the east coast, 111 kilometres (69 misouth of Trincomalee, and is situated on an island. Pasikudah is a popular tourist destination situated 35 km (22 minorthwest with beaches and flat year-round warm-water shallow-lagoons.Mattakallappu Manmiyam refers (மட்டக்களப்பு மான்மியம்Mukkuva or Mutkuhar are known as the first people migrated to this land and constructed seven villages in various areas. They immigrated their people from India and established the kingdom of Mukkuva. The name of the villages and towns in Batticaloa still holds the historical evidence of the ancient batticaloan people. When Mutkuhar intruded through the salty water and reached the destination of their voyage at the forests situated around the lagoon. When they finished. The name given by the Mukkuva was "Kallpu-Mattam" which literally means "boundary of lagoon". Later it was called "Matta-Kallappu" which indicates the destination of Mukkuvas voyage and the water is flat.

Divisional secretarial office is located inside this fort..As its mentioned as DS office I didnt try to explore inside.

This is unique place in batticaloa which is consist on Dutch period ruins and forts with wonderful natural vegetation , Nice spot to enjoy your self alone and with your family , mainly its located very closed to river view.

Batticaloa Fort has been constructed by the Dutch in the early 17th century. It is not a large Fort like Galle or Jaffna. There are some places which provide a scenic view of the sea. Ideal for an evening stroll to relax the mind. A lot of governments offices & institutions are located inside the Batticaloa Fort at present.

the batticola fort was built by the portuguese in 1628 and was captured by the Dutch on 18 may 1638

Due to the upgrades done by the authorities, ancient looks of the location has vanished almost.

Portugese - Dutch Era Fort - Poorly maintained17 of us travelling together with Flamingo Lanka Tours visited the Batticloa Fort on 1st March 2019. Although the fort had been constructed by the Portuguese during the years 1622 to 1628, it had been captured by the Dutch 10 years later in 1638.The Fort, listed as a tourist attraction, now houses the Government offices. It is sad to say that this attraction that should have "Heritage Status", does not appear to be adequately maintained. The government offices within appear to be in dingy little rooms.Interesting episode, for an otherwise poor visit, was a pretty lady being filmed by a film crew.

An old fort in Batticaloa built by Portuguese, now modified into an official complex inside preserving the outer look.the remains are opened for tourist.. from the fort you could view the famous Kallady bride.

Most of the fort is currently occupied by a government offices. You can climb on the parapet walls and get a good view as well as a connon with a George reign insignia on it aimed at the bay area!

This is the ancient Batticaloa fort which has a long history behind. Now this is turned into an administrative offices complex. But the fort is still preserved and you can visit and explore freely. You can have a awesome view of lagoon from here and the famous kallady bridge is also visible in the corner.

Batticaloa is the main town in esten province . Batticaloa fort is situated in 300meters away from Batticaloa town.Batticaloa fort was built by portugues in 1622.

Great place to visit. Nice, Peaceful surrounding.The Batticaloa Fort was built by the Portuguese in 1628 and was captured by the Dutch on 18 May 1638. From 1745, the fort was used by the British.The fort has a structure of four bastions and is protected by the Batticaloa Lagoon on two sides and a canal on the other two sides. The fort is still in reasonable condition and currently houses several local administrative departments of the Sri Lanka government in new buildings, which are located within the old structure.

The Batticaloa Fort was built by the Portuguese in 1628 and was captured by the Dutch on 18 May 1638. From 1745, the fort was used by the British.

Masterpiece of a history but poorly maintained by the authority and publicGood view of various places in the fort

the fort was build in dutch government. very good place

Out of the many forts in Sri lanka, I think that other forts such as the ones in Mannar, Galle or Trincomale would be more worth it as you would get to see way more historic things and also including a guide explaining tremendous amounts of information about the historic past and the forts in which this fort doesnt.

This was Built by the Portuguese in 1628. Then Dutch took over the place 1638 finally it took over by British. Compare to galle fort this is a small one but almost same size of kapity and jaffna forts. This e a artificial moat protects the other two sides.

Historical place. There is a government premises inside this fort. But you can walk on the walls. Nice sceneries you can see from here.

Batticaloa fortA defense fort built in 1628 by Portuguese with granite stones and coral, captured by Dutch in 1638 & from 1745 onwards occupied by the British. Protected by the lagoon on 2 sides and man made canal on the other two sides.This fort houses government offices at present and does not have anything exciting to offer. Just the outer walls and the historical value of the place.

The fort has a structure of four bastions and is protected by the Batticaloa Lagoon on two sides and a canal on the other two sides. The fort is still in reasonable condition and currently houses several local administrative departments of the Sri Lanka government in new buildings, which are located within the old structure.

OLD DUTCH FORT - BATTICALOABatticaloa’s Old Dutch Fort was built by the Portuguese in 1628. It is actually called “Dutch” as it was captured by the Dutch 10 years later. It is a square structure with 4 bastions, bordered by the lagoon on two sides. Old canons can be seen. Nowadays, it shelters the offices of the District Secretary. There is a governmental plan to move out the governmental offices and to turn the Fort into a museum and conference hall infuture.

Beautiful place to spend the evening time . With the sunset , wind & beautiful veiw . It takes around 10 -15min to see it. Situated close to the Town .Well maintained and clean . Can bring kids . No tickets its free .adequate parking space . Theres a park close by dont forget to visit it .😊

An old Dutch fort which had now been converted into an office. Nothing much to see.

Lots of history and great views . Restoration needs to be done to preserve the place.

Renovated fort I would say.. only the wall is around is called the fort. Not in the old fort condition. But good view point on the top.

You can view the intricate design of the fortress by walking around on the walls. Which is the remaining structure. There are still old cannons around. Beautiful view and history behind it. Take a bicycle to there from the town.

The Batticaloa Fort was built by the Portuguese in 1628 and was captured by the Dutch on 18 May 1638. Later, the fort was used by British from 1745.

The Batticaloa Dutch fort was constructed in 16th century. This is function as Government Agents officer at present. The foreigners and local tourists visits this place.

இந்த கோட்டைக்கு நான்கு கோட்டைகளின் கட்டமைப்பு உள்ளது, இரு பக்கமும் பாதுகாக்கப்படுகிறது. கோட்டை இன்னும் நியாயமான நிலையில் உள்ளது, தற்போது பல வீடுகள் உள்ளனஇது ஒரு பிரித்தானிய ஆட்சிக்காலத்தின் ஒரு அம்சமாகவும் காணப்படுகின்றதுThe fort has a structure of four forts, two sides protected. The fort is still fair and there are now many homes and this is also a feature of British ruleකාසල් දෙපස ආරක්ෂිත හතර බලකොටු, සමන්විත වේ. කාසල් තවමත් යුක්ති සහගත වන අතර, දැන් නිවාස කිහිපයක් ඇති, එය බි්රතාන්ය පාලනය ලාංඡනයයි