Jaffna and the North

Visit to Point Pedro Sum up Point Pedro, also known as Sakkotai Cape, is the northernmost point of Sri Lanka. A trading post during pre-colonial and colonial times, it is an unpretentious spot which nevertheless is replete with significance and well worth a look for those with a sense of history and looking for simple […]

Jaffna Dutch Fort Sum up It was the Dutch who expanded Jaffna Fort in 1680 and, more than three centuries later, they are financially supporting its renovation after the destruction caused during 30 years of Sri Lanka civil war. Duration: 3 hours Best Time: Year-round Additional Information Forts are monuments to history but Jaffna Fort

Birdwatching in Jaffna Sum up Birdwatching in Jaffna is highly rewarding between September to March when thousands of migrant birds flock to the Jaffna Lagoon. This is a breathtaking sight not be missed. Towards the end of the year in the Jaffna region, the lagoons are filled with water, the paddy fields and vegetation are

Chundikulam National Park Sum up Chundikulam National Park began life as a bird sanctuary in 1938. It was upgraded to national park status after the end of the civil war in 2012, and extended three years later to include other areas such as Adam’s Bridge and Delft Island. It is slowly regaining recognition as a birders’

Sri Lanka Nature Trek Sum up The Nallur Kandaswamy Kovil is one of Sri Lanka’s most prominent Hindu temples and a fascinating religious site with a long history. Duration: 2 hours Best Time: Year-round Additional Information Nallur Temple was first built by the adopted son of a Sinhala King, Parakramabahu VI of the Kotte Kingdom,

Palmyrah Art Tour Sum up The northern peninsula of the island is a vivid mix of culture, crafts and cuisine. The towering palmyrah trees that dominate the arid landscape of Jaffna, have become an inextricable part of its unique fabric of life. Palmyrah weaving in Jaffna is a skill of tradition and patience where talented

Jaffna Crab Curry Cooking Class Sum up Learn how to make Jaffna Crab Curry in this cooking class in Jaffna, one of the most distinctive and well-loved Sri Lankan curries. Afterwards, dig in! Jaffna cuisine is distinctive in Sri Lanka, influenced by the spices and other ingredients used in South Indian curries and renowned for

Jaffna Islands Sum up The Jaffna islands are fascinating to explore. Spend a day out at Delft Island with its small village homes, wild horses that roam the plains, and ruins of a Portuguese Fort. Nainativu Island is easier to access and is home to the ancient Nagadeepa Buddhist temple and the Naga Pooshani Ambal

Visit to Hot Springs in Keerimalai Sum up Located in Jaffna, the Keerimalai springs is a renowned mineral water spring that is believed to have healing properties. Unlike other natural springs in the island, this spring forms two swimming pools with separate entrances for women and men. Dating back several centuries, Keerimalai springs is shrouded

Visit to Nainativu Island by Boat Sum up Take a short boat trip to Nainativu, only 35 miles from the coast of India, to visit the most important island in the Jaffna archipelago for travellers seek to understand more about Sri Lanka’s cultural heritage. Duration: 2 hours Best Time: Year-round Additional Information Nainativu, covered by