Jaffna

Point pedro is the northernmost point in srilanka. It was used as a trading post during the portugese era. On a clear day you can even get a glimpse of the Indian …

The Dambakola Patuna, is a very significant Buddhist religious destination tied to a legend as of Indian emperor, Ashoka’s daughter, Sanghamitta arriving at this place with the Bo tree sapling. The sapling …

Favored as the north’s best beach, the Casuarina Beach happens to be named so because of the abundance of Casuarina trees found at this place. This beach lies north of the Karativu …

The Portuguese built the fort, to guard the entrance to the Jaffna peninsula, in the mid 17th century of quarried coral naming it Fortaleza do Caes (Fort Royal).The Dutch, under the command …

The 15th century kovil, dedicated to Lord Murugan, the god of war, love and beauty, boasts grand arches and vibrant hues as part of its enthralling Dravidian architecture. The temple holds both …

Nainativu is a small but notable island off the coast of Jaffna Peninsula. To get to the island, you would need to book a ferry, which makes stops at two other islands …

The Keerimalai Hot Springs is a natural spring lying on the northern coast of Jaffna, next to the west sea of Palaly. The water has curative properties, since it flows through the …

The Naguleswaram Kovil, situated atop Keerimalai, is one of Sri Lanka’s most significant kovils.The Naguleswaram Kovil, dedicated to Lord Shiva, is one of the oldest shrines in the region and is venerated …

The 400-year-old fort is a visceral reminder of Sri Lanka’s colonial past, as well as a maritime heritage. The massive fort complex overlooks the Jaffna lagoon. A piece of colonial history spanning …