Jaffna

Jaffna

Are you looking for Sri Lanka “off the beaten track”? Then visit Jaffna, all the way to the north of Sri Lanka. Here you will find the culture of the Tamils, with their own language and very authentic cuisine. Jaffna still shows many traces of the civil war that raged in Sri Lanka for years. The bomb impacts and bullet holes can still be seen in many buildings. But the Tamils ​​have also rebuilt large parts of their city. Colorful Hindu temples, beautiful churches and lots of greenery determine the cityscape. Moreover, there is a very relaxed vibe and Jaffna is a nice base if you want to explore the lagoons, coastline and islands in the area. 

Travel tips Jaffna

– Visit the Dutch fort in Jaffna that dates from 1680 and offers a beautiful view over the lagoon.
– Take a look at Point Pedro with its idyllic fishing boats and beautiful coastline. This area was considerably destroyed in the 2004 tsunami, but has since recovered much of its charm.visit jaffna to spent some hotter days...