Old Welekade Market — Attraction in Uva Province

The Old Welekade Market, established by the British in 1889, stands as a historical and architectural treasure in Badulla. Often referred to as the Dutch Market due to its Dutch-style architecture, this colonial building serves as a testament to Sri Lanka's rich heritage. Recognized as an archaeologically protected site, it houses the regional Badulla office of the Department of Archaeology, although little information about the building itself is available to the public.

For travelers interested in history, having more details about this significant landmark would greatly enrich the experience. A must-see for anyone exploring colonial architecture...

The old market building has identified as a trade commercial center constructed at the middle of the town after selecting Badulla as the administrative town of Uva province by British in 19 A.D. This is famous among the citizens as Dutch Market because this building has been constructed using the Dutch architectural techniques. There is an octagonal clerestory and for rectangular long building starting from there directing to the four directions. This has declared as a reserved archaeological commemorative which has been conserved by the Department of Archeology in accordance with the...

Lovely historical monument but it's a pity there is no proper information to be found. The archeological department has an office but there is not even poster describing the history of the place. Well kept, maintained but no photographs are permitted which is...