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Jaffna is an iconic destination with many enthralling tales about its historical significance and vibrant culture. Explore and unravel the true beauty of the city’s most glorious attractions, including ancient artifacts, religious sites, colonial remnants and natural splendor.

Places to stay, eat and things to do

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Heritage and Religious Sites

Jaffna is an evolving Tamil cultural city, boasting magnificent Hindu and Buddhist Temples. The town has been a prominent part of the colonial era, owing much of its grandeur to its history.

Nallur Kovil Read more »

Built in the 15th century and dedicated to God Murugan, this medieval Kovil is the main Hindu temple in Jaffna.

Jaffna Fort Read more »

A magnificent pentagon shaped fort with high walls, surrounded by a moat.

Nagadeepa Purana Vihara Read more »

Nagadeepa Purana Vihara is one of the sixteen holiest Buddhist temples in Sri Lanka.

Naga Pooshani Ambal Kovil Read more »

A beautifully ornate gopuram dedicated to the Hindu Goddess Paravati and God Shiva.

Delft Island Fort Read more »

A “very strongly fortified fort” as per the English writer Ralph Henry Bassett.

Naguleswaram Temple Read more »

It is one of the oldest shrines in the region, venerated by many devotees.

Maruthanamadam Anjaneyar Temple Read more »

A massive statue of God Hanuman stands amidst the Hindu temple.

Kadurugoda Vihara Read more »

Kadurugoda Vihara is a unique Buddhist temple with multiple dome-shaped stupas.

Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple Read more »

The temple was established to commemorate Arhat Sanghamitta’s arrival, in Ceylon, with a sapling of the Sri Maha Bodhi.

Nature, Beaches and Wildlife

Discover the phenomenal splendor of the city, abundant with an expanse of tropical and exotic naturalistic marvels.

Thalaiyadi Beach Read more »

A lovely beach with pristine white sand and crystal clear water.

Chundikulam Bird Sanctuary Read more »

Originally a bird sanctuary, the national park is home to various exotic birds, leopards and other wildlife.

Seven Wells Beach Read more »

A beach of crisp, clean golden sand stretching out for kilometres.

Casuarina Beach Read more »

Bask in the tropical sun and rejuvenate by the refreshing, cool waves of the Casuarina Beach.

Keerimalai Hot Springs Read more »

A soothing natural spring with a breathtaking view of the broad ocean.

Nilavarai Bottomless Well Read more »

Nilavarai Bottomless Well is a 52.5 metre deep natural underground well.

Delft Island Read more »

Delft Island is a renowned destination for its natural, historical and archaeological significance.

Katchatheevu Island Read more »

Katchatheevu Island is an uninhabited volcanic island in the Palk Strait.

Libraries, Museums, Bridges and Culture

Alluring with an extraordinary culture, Jaffna is an intriguing locale with compelling attractions.

Jaffna Public Library Read more »

The renowned Jaffna Public Library consists of an impressive range of books and manuscripts.

Jaffna Market Read more »

A haven filled with a variety of unique local specialties, elegant jewellery, apparel and much more.

Jaffna Archaeological Museum Read more »

A small archaeological museum exhibiting several artifacts from the ancient periods and colonial era.

Kayts Causeway Read more »

A 5 km long causeway connecting Kayts Island and Jaffna Peninsula.