Explore Northern Province, Sri Lanka

Top places and hidden gems in Northern Province, ready to drop into your itinerary.

Places to visit

Nallur Kandaswamy Kovil

Jaffna's best-known temple, famous for its tall sculpted gopuram and gilded interior.

Casuarina Beach, Karainagar

A sandy beach on Karainagar Island in northern Sri Lanka.

Delft Island

An island in the Palk Strait known for coral-stone structures, historic remains, open landscapes and a population of feral horses.

Jaffna Clock Tower

A colonial-era clock tower on the Jaffna esplanade, a simple landmark for starting a walk through the city.

Jaffna Fort

A large coastal fortification in Jaffna with Portuguese origins and later Dutch modifications.

Jaffna Public Library

A landmark public library building and cultural institution in central Jaffna.

Nagapooshani Amman Kovil

A major temple on Nainativu Island in the Jaffna region, known for its towering, richly carved gateway.

Nilavara Bottomless Well

A deep freshwater well and unusual natural feature in the Jaffna area.

Point Pedro

A town and coastal point at the northern end of the Jaffna Peninsula, known for its position at Sri Lanka’s northern extremity.

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