The Jaffna peninsula, located at the northern end of Sri Lanka, has a long and rich history. Explore Jaffna and its vicinity, or travel to one of seven remote inhabited islands. Palmyrah Palms and lagoons where flamingos flock after rains adorns the fascinating landscape. Jaffna is rebuilding with renewed hope after 26 years of civil war. After many years, visitors can finally safely explore this beautiful region of Sri Lanka.

Jaffna Island

Chundikulam National Park

Jaffna Dutch Fort

Point Pedro

Hot Springs in Keerimalai

Jaffna Crab Curry

Jaffna Island

Exploring the Jaffna Islands is a fantastic experience. Delft Island, with its tiny village dwellings, wild horses roaming the plains, and the ruins of a Portuguese fort, is a perfect location to spend a day. The historic ‘Nagadeepa’, a Buddhist temple and the ‘Naga Pooshani Ambal’, a Hindu temple, are located on Nainativu Island, which is easier to reach.

Chundikulam National Park

In 1938, Chundikulam National Park was a bird sanctuary. After the civil war ended in 2012, itwas upgraded to national park status, and its boundaries now extend up to Adam’s Bridge and Delft Island.The Jaffna peninsula is slowly reclaiming its reputation as a birders’ paradise as it begins to draw visitors once more.

Jaffna Dutch Fort

In 1680, the Dutch expanded Jaffna Fort. More than three centuries later, they are now financially assisting its reconstruction after the destruction inflicted by the Sri Lanka civil war. It is a fascinating point that you should not overlook.

Point Pedro

Point Pedro, also known as Sakkotai Cape, is Sri Lanka’s northernmost point and served as a commercial post throughout pre – colonial and colonial eras. It’s a quiet area with a lot of history and simple pleasures, and it’s worth a visit for individuals who enjoy history and simple pleasures. On a clear day, you may be able to see the Indian coastline, which is around 40 miles away.

Hot Springs in Keerimalai

The keerimalai hot springs is a renowned mineral water spring revealed in folklore and believed to have healing properties. There are separate entrances for women and men.