Jaffna (Tamil: யாழ்ப்பாணம், romanised: Yāḻppāṇam, IPA: [jaːɻpːaːɳɐm]; Sinhala: යාපනය, romanised: Yāpanaya, IPA: [jaːpənəjə]) is the capital city of the Northern Province …

Explore Jaffna’s Tamil heritage, temples, colonial forts and beaches in our Jaffna travel guide. Get tips on transport, attractions and local eats.

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Jaffna was the capital of a Tamil kingdom for centuries before it was conquered by Europeans, and the city still has many distinctive Tamil cultural characteristics. Jaffna fell under …

Mar 28, 2024 · A must-see on any Sri Lankan itinerary: these are the best things to do in Jaffna, Sri Lanka, plus a short city guide to where to stay, eat, and how to get around!

The modern city of Jaffna was founded by the Portuguese in 1621, near Nallur, the capital of the Jaffna Kingdom which they defeated two years previously. Today, Nallur is a suburb of Jaffna, …

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Aug 18, 2024 · Jaffna, located on the northern tip of Sri Lanka, is a region steeped in history, tradition, and spirituality. It is the cultural heartland of Sri Lanka’s Tamil population and offers a …

Jun 13, 2023 · Jaffna is known for its rich Tamil heritage, delicious cuisine, offshore islands, and significant historical and cultural sites like the Jaffna Fort and Nallur Kandaswamy Temple.