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!

Dec 23, 2025 · Don't visit Jaffna, Sri Lanka without this guide: Best things to do in Jaffna, where to stay, transportation, culture tips + more!

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, …

Jaffna, the capital of Sri Lanka’s Northern Province, is a city steeped in history, culture, and resilience. Once the seat of the powerful Jaffna Kingdom, this vibrant region played a crucial …

Aug 19, 2025 · Roughly 10 hours north of Colombo, Sri Lanka’s capital, you’ll find lesser-known and lesser-visited Jaffna. Writer Sarah Kingdom visits the predominantly Hindu city and finds a …

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 …