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Nallur Kandaswamy Devasthanam
Hindu temple
Iconic, ancient Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Murugan, with annual festivals & other events.
4.70 (4.5K reviews)
(~3.18 km from centre)
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Dutch Fort - Jaffna
Fortress
Partially renovated fortress constructed in 1600s, popular for water & sunset views.
4.40 (3.5K reviews)
(~2.05 km from centre)
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Jaffna Market
Market
👍👍 Jaffna Town is a captivating blend of tradition and modernity. Its historic sites, such as the Naga Viharaya ,Jaffna Fort and Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, showcase its rich cultural heritage. The bustling markets, like Jaffna Market, offer a taste of local life, and the friendly locals add warmth to yo...
4.10 (2.6K reviews)
(~1.61 km from centre)
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Kadurugoda Viharaya - Kantharodai
Buddhist temple
👍👍 Located near the city of Jaffna, there are many dome-shaped stone structures that vary in size and are as large as 12 feet in diameter. It is mentioned in some places that about 60 stupas can be seen in this place.
The history of the pagodas and the artifacts found during the excavations add to the...
4.50 (677 reviews)
(~7.55 km from centre)
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Sri Nagavihara International Buddhist Centre - Jaffna
Buddhist temple
👍👍 Sri Naga Viharaya is the main international Buddhist centre which is located in the heart of the city Jaffna, Sri Lanka. People who explore Jaffna should step into this centre as its historical value and since it is the only main Buddhists centre for Jaffna.
When you explore the place make sure tha...
4.50 (641 reviews)
(~2.22 km from centre)
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Old Park
Park
👍👍 Very peaceful & beautiful place. No more crowded. Easy access near to the Jafna -Kandy road.
4.20 (626 reviews)
(~3.63 km from centre)
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மருதனார்மடம் சந்தி | Maruthanaarmadam Junction
Historical landmark
👍👍 🙂 Definitely check this place out on your travels through Jaffna!
🙌 A massive and beautiful statue of Lord Hanuman. He plays a large part in the Ramayana (Hindu mythology/ Indian epic.)
King Ravana of Sri Lanka flew to India and kidnapped Lord Rama's wife (Sita.) After this, Rama wanted to get to...
4.30 (507 reviews)
(~6.22 km from centre)
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Jaffna Archeological Museum
Museum
Collection of artifacts ranging from ancient to colonial times, including Hindu & Buddhist objects.
4.20 (400 reviews)
(~2.77 km from centre)
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King Sangiliyan's Statue
Historical landmark
This monument of martyred Tamil king Cankili II atop a horse is a city landmark.
4.50 (379 reviews)
(~3.76 km from centre)
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Mantri Manai
Historical landmark
The Jaffna kingdom was centered around this city before it was destroyed by the Portuguese.
4.40 (292 reviews)
(~3.81 km from centre)
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St. Anthony’s Church, Passaiyoor | புனித அந்தோனியார் ஆலயம்
Catholic church
👍👍 This holy Catholic church is for the God Anthony, which is located very close to the coastal area and the architecture of this church is breathtaking and also famous for historical tourist place.
4.60 (197 reviews)
(~4.89 km from centre)
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Sivapoomi Jaffna Museum
Museum
👍👍 Beautiful modern temple. The Museum across the road is really fantastic.
4.50 (169 reviews)
(~8.67 km from centre)
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Pannai Beach - Jaffna
Tourist attraction
👍👍 Good Natural beach
The beach is set to add more beauty to the beautiful Jaffna city . A place for great recreation and relaxation.
4.40 (133 reviews)
(~1.91 km from centre)
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Jaffna Fort
Tourist attraction
👍👍 Jaffna Fort (Tamil: யாழ்ப்பாணக் கோட்டை, romanized: Yāḻppāṇak Kōṭṭai; Sinhala: යාපනය බලකොටුව Yapanaya Balakotuwa) is a fort built by the Portuguese at Jaffna, Sri Lanka in 1618 under Phillippe de Oliveira following the Portuguese invasion of Jaffna.
The fort is located near the coastal village of Gu...
4.40 (98 reviews)
(~2.29 km from centre)
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Clock Tower - Jaffna
Historical landmark
Built in 1875, this restored clock tower in the city's center is one of Jaffna's oldest landmarks.
4.60 (90 reviews)
(~2.21 km from centre)
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Dutch Kachcheri Ruins
Historical place
Protected ruins of a building constructed during Dutch rule of Sri Lanka & a historical landmark.
4.40 (81 reviews)
(~3.76 km from centre)