The most prominent Hindu temple in Jaffna, dedicated to Lord Murugan.

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Exhibits artefacts from the Jaffna peninsula's history.

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A historic library and symbol of Jaffna's cultural heritage.

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The Jaffna Archaeological museum is a regional museum that is revealed lot of the behavioral pattern of the people of our region since pre historical era. It is located about 02Km away from the Jaffna bus station and mostly preferred to have walk .Since the Tamil community has their unique traditional value in the region, the museum is fully occupied with the artifacts which found in the region. Though the regional museum of Jaffna has the history since colonial era, the current museum’s history was started with the land donation by the Arumuga Navalar who translated the holy Bible in to Tamil. As Tamil community had a strong connection with South India thus; language, culture, food and religion there are lots of artifacts which were found from ancient city Kantharodai also revealing the influence of Buddhism and Hinduism in our Tamils life in past. The museum is being managed and maintained by the Department of Archaeology and it is open for the visitors since 08:30 am to 04:30 pm excluding full moon Holiday and Tuesdays.

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Palm and coconut trees line the shore like markers of a tropical paradise, and the almost always sunny weather at this beach ensures you can get that tan without a worry! Little huts also dot the beach, so if you need to get away from the sun and rest in the shade, you could always hop into one. Vendors have set up shop away from the shore, selling numerous local delicacies, so don’t hesitate to drop by a stall and try some exquisite Sri Lankan street food! If you’re eager to take a dip, feel free to dive right in! Charty Beach has plenty of changing rooms, so getting drenched is no problem at all. The picturesque beach combines sapphire blue waters with stunning white sand to paint an exotic view that is certain to heal your soul and please your eyes. Charty Beach has all the amenities minus the large crowds, so it’s ideal for those who would like to take a break from the crowds and just chill with the waves.

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A Dutch-built star fort on the Jaffna lagoon, one of the largest in Asia.

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An ancient Shiva temple, one of the Pancha Ishwarams of Sri Lanka.

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A Buddhist temple on Nainativu island, one of the sixteen Solosmasthana sites.

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A Portuguese-built coastal fort later expanded by the Dutch.

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A centuries-old baobab tree believed to have been brought by Arab traders.

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A chain of limestone shoals stretching toward India; no road route to the far end.

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A coastal Buddhist shrine marking where Sangamitta Theri is believed to have landed with the Bodhi tree sapling.

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A memorial and clock tower commemorating the end of the civil conflict.

Kilinochchi

A shallow, calm beach on Karainagar island, popular for swimming.

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A remote island known for wild ponies and Dutch-era ruins; reached by ferry, no road route.

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A narrow causeway connecting the Jaffna peninsula to the mainland, historically significant.

Kilinochchi

A large irrigation reservoir and scenic wetland area.

Kilinochchi

A cluster of small ancient stupas near Chunnakam, dating to the early Buddhist period.

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Natural freshwater springs by the sea, with an adjoining ancient temple.

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A quiet, undeveloped coastline on the island's north-east.

Mullaitivu

A Ramsar wetland sanctuary important for migratory birds.

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A small regional museum of archaeological finds from the Vanni area.

Vavuniya

beach

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