Jaffna

Jaffna is located some 190 miles (306 kilometers) from Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte, the country's capital.

See for yourself exactly why Sri Lanka is so frequented by international and local tourists alike, by taking a road trip to see the cornucopia of natural and man-made attractions within easy traveling distance of Jaffna.

Places of worship are often the best doorways into a community's spiritual heart. The shrines around Jaffna are certainly no exception. When the sun is shining, why don't you investigate Sri Lanka's open-air markets?.

Sri Lanka offers some great options for active travelers with a love of water. Fishing and sailing are both popular choices here.

Be sure to take your tastebuds for a tour of Sri Lanka's eating establishments. Locals in this part of the world commonly include chicken and beef in the food they cook. Kiribath with onion samba (milk rice) and vegetarian kottu (stir fried mix) are just two interesting options worth trying. Sri Lanka is the perfect place to fill up on mouthwatering king coconut. For a typical non-alcoholic drink, try the flavors of coconut milk.

For those who intend on traveling by plane, it's handy to remember that the most convenient major airport is Tiruchirappalli International Airport, 120 miles (193 kilometers) to the northwest of Jaffna.