Nallur Kandaswamy Kovil
Visit with appropriate dress and follow temple photography and access rules, especially during festival periods.
The Other Ceylon
Jaffna & The North
Season · May – SepThe Jaffna peninsula is the Ceylon that most itineraries never reach — a Dravidian world of towering temple gopurams, palmyrah palms, and a cuisine so distinct the rest of the island speaks of it with reverence. Its history is long, proud and complicated; its welcome, unforgettable.
A thoughtful northern itinerary allows time for Jaffna’s temples, library, markets and food as well as the islands, while respecting local customs and the region’s complex recent history.
Signature Moments
Delft Island
Plan the public ferry or an authorised boat option around weather, with time for the fort, coral walls and ponies.
Jaffna Food
Explore crab curry, vegetarian temple food, palmyrah products and other northern flavours according to your preferences.
Best SeasonMay – September
From ColomboDomestic air, rail and road options vary by schedule
StayRestored colonial residences
ProtocolTemple dress codes strictly observed; some inner sanctums reserved