The cultural capital of Sri Lanka’s Tamil community, Jaffna is wonderfully rich in Hindu temples, colonial history and distinctive cuisine. Visit the magnificent golden Nallur Kandaswamy Kovil, the star-shaped Dutch-built Jaffna Fort and the peaceful nearby islands, including sacred Nagadeepa. Don’t miss the famous Jaffna crab curry, fiery local spices and sweet, refreshing palmyra-based treats.