Jaffna

This place is also called the city of temples in Sri Lanka, as it has some of the most beautiful temples of Sri Lanka and one of the best Sri lanka attractions for spiritual retreat. The most visited temples of all in this place are the temple of Nallur Kovil. This temple has the most of the visitors always and this is the most crowded of all temples. Other temples nearby too are visited by the people who come to visit this one. Apart from these temples, the other center of attraction of this place is the Jaffna Fort. This fort is not just a beautiful monument to see but is also the symbol of the history of Sri Lanka.

So, the city of Jaffna is not just for the spiritual kind of people, but those who are a little bit interested in history and culture can also visit this place. With these main spots, another point of attraction in Jaffna is the Nagadeepa Vihara Purana temple. This temple too is known for its glory and beauty and is a must visit. One can easily reach this temple through waterways, thus you can hire a boat and they can come to this place. The area surrounding provides you with the most peaceful environment and one can go for meditation and all.

Location: Northern Province of Sri Lanka
Famous for: Its historical architectures
Best time to visit: Janaury-Septemeb and December are the best months to visit Jaffna as the rainafall is mediocre and temperatures is warm.
How to reach: There are no idrect trains or buses to Jaffna. However, Kandy is the nearest city to Jaffna. So, if you are in Kandy, you could take a small detour by car or taxi.
Where to stay: Jaffna Guest House, Jaffna Heirage Hotel
Tourist attractions: Fort Jaffna, Nallur Kandaswamy