bigtravelbuzzJaffna is a city in Sri Lanka siruated on its northern tip. It opened its doors to tourism in 2009. The city has a lot of influences from India and can be seen in the streets and food different from central or southern Sri Lanka. 2-3 days is good for visiting off the beaten track, but keep in mind that you will need a little more time in your Sri Lankan itinerary as it is a bit off the beaten track.
- visit a local market
Immerse yourself in local life at a market to begin your Jaffna experience. They’ll be pleasantly surprised when they see your face, and they’ll open up from the moment you start talking to them. Buy some fruit and start a conversation with nice people. - Relax at the beach or natural pools
Jaffna is he one of the busiest cities in Sri Lanka. 25 minutes drive to Kankesanturai Beach. See the crystal clear blue waters and hang out with the locals relaxing on the beach.
After the beach, walk across Keerimalai Pond, which looks like a natural pool. A tuk-tuk day trip costs between 750 and 1500 LKR. You can also rent bikes in town and explore the coast on your own. 3. Visit Nalurukandaswamy Temple
This Hindu temple is a 10-minute drive from the city center. Just take off your shoes and you can visit the Red Temple. If you plan to visit in late August, you can experience his colorful 25-day Nallur Festival.
Four. Eat Indian-influenced food
Jaffna is near India. Dining in Jaffna gives you a bit of an Indian experience. There are some restaurants that you must try while in Jaffna. Head over to Mango and try the thali. You get about 10 bowls of different flavors + rice. Or if you’re looking for a totally local experience. Visit Malayan Cafe near the market. This bakery-like Indian place serves all sorts of breads on banana leaves, where he’s 99% locals and buzzing all day long.
How about some dessert? On 5 minute walk from Mangos is Rio Ice Cream. There are many flavors, but this is not Italian gelato. Sri Lankans love sweets. :
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- Visit one of the local islands
A very popular activity in Jaffna is to visit his one of the local islands. There are two popular islands. Nainitive Island is a short boat ride from Krikaduwan Jetty. Visit temples or take a tour of the island.
The second island is Delft, named after a Dutch city. Here you can see the old Portuguese fort, the wild horses.The boat trip from Jaffna takes about an hour, and there are no places to buy snacks or drinks on this island, so it is recommended to bring food and drinks. To do. 6. Check out the Public Library and Clock Tower
For more sightseeing in the city, visit the old public library in the center of Jaffna. Nearby is a clock tower built by the British. - Check out the Dutch Fort
Walk from the public library to the old Dutch fort. Built by the Portuguese in 1618. The star-shaped fortress is perfect for short tours and watching the sunset from the sea.
Hotels in Jaffna
Jetwing Hotel is he one of Sri Lanka’s leading hotel industry. Your property in Jaffna is brand new.
Arrive in Jaffna
Jaffna has good weather all year round, but from December he March is the most pleasant time.
Jaffna to Trincomalee
by car:
It takes 4 hours to drive from Jaffna to Trincomalee.
by bus:
The cheapest way is the direct bus. Ask for times as these can change frequently.
Colombo to Jaffna
Colombo to Jaffna is a long drive of over 8 hours. A stop or two in between is recommended. The first stop is either Dambulla or Sigiriya and the second stop is Anuradhapura.
It is a 5 hour drive from Dambulla and about 4 hours drive from Anuradhapura.