Holiday Destination - Northern Destinations

Jaffna

Jaffna is a historically and culturally significant city in Sri Lanka's northwestern region. Despite being extensively impacted by the Sri Lankan Civil War, it is the capital of the Northern Province and has a rich legacy, distinct culture, and a tenacious character.

Jaffna is located in northern Sri Lanka, some 400 kilometers (250 miles) north of the capital city of Colombo. The Jaffna Lagoon separates it from the rest of Sri Lanka, and it is the largest city in the Northern Province.

Jaffna is noted for its strong cultural origins and is regarded the cultural hub of Sri Lanka's Tamil ethnic community. Numerous temples, churches, and historical landmarks highlight the city's rich history and tradition. A notable cultural monument is the Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, a renowned Hindu temple famed for its magnificent festivities.

Jaffna is well-known for its particular cuisine, which includes a wide range of vegetarian and seafood meals. Popular foods include Jaffna crab curry, string hoppers (idiyappam), and unusual desserts like as "Jaffna ice cream."

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Jaffna

The Thinnai

Thinnai Hotel is ideal for visitors who want to unwind amidst warm, authentic Northern hospitality. As a member of the Thinnai Group, we place an emphasis on sustainability and upliftment of the neighbourhood while focusing on offering guests an immersive experience of Jaffna's cultural and natural legacy. We cordially invite you to visit our home in Jaffna, a dynamic region whose culture has been meticulously conserved for decades and is now available for your exploration.

Jaffna

The Margosa Bongo

Featuring free WiFi and a restaurant, The Margosa Bongostay offers accommodation in Urelu, 10 km from Jaffna. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. A flat-screen TV with satellite channels and DVD player is offered. You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property.

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Jetwing Jaffna

It is with immense pleasure that we invite you to our home in Yaalpaanam – a city of vibrant culture, preciously preserved for generations in a world of its own, and now open for you to discover. Your stay with us comes guaranteed with friendly smiles spread across these lands, as a pleasure of the northern charm that gives our peninsula an identity unlike any other on our tropical isle.

In Jaffna, hotels such as ours were among the first to deliver experiences of exotic luxury. And today, as we flourish in the mystique of a long-forgotten region, we are proud to serve you the finest in contemporary Jetwing hospitality, inspired by our legendary northern heritage.