Jaffna District Travel Guide

Northern Province

An aerial view of a coastal town with a river, boats, and various buildings including a large white structure and a building under construction.
A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by a blue and white structure, and the ocean in the background.
A cloudy sky with sunlight breaking through, silhouetting trees and a lone tree in a field.
A woman sorting through bags of grains by a waterfront.
A man walking away from the camera, wearing a patterned sarong, with a colorful temple structure in the background.

Popular cities in Jaffna District

Ancient ruins with stone structures and a clear sky.
Jaffna
Known for Dining, Friendly people and Bars
Jaffna awaits: its temples, bars, museums and more!
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Point Pedro
Point Pedro
Check out Keerimalai Natural Springs and Kadurugoda Temple—just a couple of the sights around Point Pedro.
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Ariyalai East
Ariyalai East
Head to Jaffna Archaeological Museum and Sri Nagavihara International Buddhist Centre—just two of the sights around Ariyalai East.
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Nallur
Nallur
Head to sights like Royal Palace Ruins as you discover the local area in Nallur.
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Chunnakam
Chunnakam
Check out Jaffna Archaeological Museum and Sri Nagavihara International Buddhist Centre—just a couple of the sights around Chunnakam.
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Kankesanturai
Kankesanturai
Venture to Sri Nagavihara International Buddhist Centre and Jaffna Fort—just two of the sights around Kankesanturai.
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Stay near popular Jaffna District attractions

Sri Nagavihara International Buddhist Centre

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You can learn about the history of Jaffna with a visit to Sri Nagavihara International Buddhist Centre. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
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