Ugland House

Grand Cayman


This nondescript five-story office building is the headquarters of international law firm Maples & Calder. It is also the registered address of more than 18,000 corporate entities. Curious.

See the website to read a vehement explanation of the importance of offshore financial centers in 'facilitating global liquidity and capital flows.' There's also a useful primer on the difference between tax evasion and tax neutrality – in case you were wondering.


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Nearby Grand Cayman attractions

1. Cayman National Museum

0.19 MILES

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2. Smith's Cove

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3. National Gallery of the Cayman Islands

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4. Governor’s Beach

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5. Seven Mile Beach

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6. Cemetery Beach

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7. Hell

6.1 MILES

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8. Cayman Turtle Center

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