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    “Interesting colonial buildings”

    The law courts at Hulftsdorp are at the centre of the Sri Lankan legal system. This has been an... read more

    Reviewed October 18, 2017
    hdias
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    Reigate, United Kingdom
    “A beautiful Building.”

    It was one of the best buildings in Sri-Lanka when it was first built, A well maintained building... read more

    Reviewed November 11, 2014
    DilrukshiH
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    Colombo, Sri Lanka
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    Oct 17, 2017
    “Interesting colonial buildings”
    Nov 11, 2014
    “A beautiful Building.”
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    Hulftsdorp, Colombo, Sri Lanka
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    Reviewed October 18, 2017
    Interesting colonial buildings

    The law courts at Hulftsdorp are at the centre of the Sri Lankan legal system. This has been an important place since colonial times. The name of the area is Dutch and many of the court buildings at the heart of the complex are Dutch/British,...More

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    Reviewed November 11, 2014
    A beautiful Building.

    It was one of the best buildings in Sri-Lanka when it was first built, A well maintained building, its such a refreshing sight compared to the surrounding buildings.

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    Reviewed May 31, 2014 via mobile
    CHINESE BUILDING

    The Courts complex is built by the Chinese.Nothing much.If you are connected to law may be a drive past.Only lawyers and litigants are allowed others need special permission.Now renavations are taking place.

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    Reviewed May 24, 2014
    Court complex not a tourist attraction

    I go here everyday for last 26 years. this is a place where you find mixture of Dutch, British and Chinese architecture. Previous superior courts were situated in the present High court and District court premises these were built by Dutch and some were by...More

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    Reviewed May 20, 2013
    Crowded!!

    Very very crowded and very commercialized. This is one of the most busiest places in Colombo with many law offices around the place. Used to be very strict with parking and security which is a bit less now.

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    Reviewed April 28, 2013
    Superior Court Complex in Sri Lanka

    Supreme Courts and the Court of Appeal are situated in this Complex. All other Courts are situated around.During the day only Litigants and Lawyers will be allowed to enter. Judicial process of SL IS Governed through here. Lovely architecture to enjoy.

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    Reviewed April 19, 2013
    Where Legal Eagles Dare!

    This misspelt, mispronounced place is called "Aluthkade" (New Bazaar) in Sinhala. Hulftsdorp simply means the village of Hulft. General Gerard Pieterszoon Hulft was a Dutch governor in Sri Lanka.Hulft fell victim to an unidentified gunmen somewhere on Dam Street. It was the British governor Sir...More

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