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There are a whole lot of options present for sightseeing in Jaffna. Jaffna tours offer you an insight into the colorful settings of the cultural town of Tamil people in Sri Lanka. Jaffna is located very close to India, separated only by the Bay of Bengal and Palk Strait. Jaffna travel is an interesting prospect for travelers looking for a tranquil vacation in the heart of Sri Lanka. Make plans for sightseeing in Jaffna if you are looking for a relaxed and memorable vacation.

Jaffna sightseeing primarily includes the destinations of Nallur Temple, Selva Sannithi Temple, Nagapoosani Temple and Jaffna Library. Make plans for Jaffna tours during the festive seasons, if you wish to have an insight in to the lifestyles and culture of the people here. The 2 major festivals are Nallur Kovil Thaer Thiruvizha and Thai-Pongal. The former is one of the biggest in the country. During this time you will see countless people praying and a chariot being pulled through the streets. Thai-Pongal is a harvest festival that occurs during January. You will witness fireworks and celebrations all throughout the days and nights during this festival.

Sightseeing in Jaffna includes visits to numerous places. The Nallur Kandasamy Kovil is the major place of worship. You will be fascinated by the innumerable worshippers, the golden arch and the elaborate gopuram. Various shops are present in the vicinity, selling religious products to the devotees. This is an ancient temple that has been standing for ages. Another exquisite piece of architecture included in sightseeing in Jaffna is the Naga Pooshani Ambal Kovil. The temple also has an appealing story attached to it. In the village of Nagadipa you can visit the Nagadipa Purana Vihara. It is supposed to have been constructed by 2 warrior kings.

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