Maruthankerny
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| Pullaweli St.Sebastiar Church | |
| Reasons for its Importance | |
| This is one of the oldest Churches which was declared in the year 1867 as a pilgrimage centre and it is the only church which was gazetted in the Vadamaradchy East DS Division. | |
| Characteristics of this Place | |
| In the early days when Kings were ruling those who were from the coastal areas from Gurunagar came to do fishing in the year 1800 here put up small hut & installed a statue and started worshiping. | |
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| This Church has been Gazetted in Gazette No.1795/4 dated 28.01.2013 and has been included as a Archeological treasure. | |
| Place where It is Situated | |
| In the Village of Vetillaikerni in GS Division J/432 | |
| Mode of Approach | |
| After a certain distance can be reached by walking, by motor bike or by push bicycle. | |
| Arrangements | |
| Water & Toilet facilities are available only during festival (Church feast) seasons. | |
| Special Restrictions | |
| Consumption of alcohol is prohibited | |
| Distance | |
| 14 km from Vadamaradchy East Maruthankerny junction | |
| Maintenance | |
| Village Level Organizations | |
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Cultural Officer, Divisional Secretariat, Vadamaradchy East. Contact No :- 0776164893 Email Address :- This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. |
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Grama Niladhari, Vettilaikerni J/432 Contact No :- 0771791850 |
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| Annually In July from 2nd the Special Feast of this Church is celebrated. | |
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St.Antony Church – Manalkaddu
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| Manalkaddu St.Antony Church (Old Place) | |
| The Church established in 1894 was later completely got lost due to sand storm and now its structure is re- appearing. Thereafter the new Church has been built in 1925 in another place. | |
| Reasons for its Importance | |
| Characteristics of this Place | |
| The cornerstone was laid by Rev.Fr.Olive in the year 1994. Rev.Fr.Gnanapragasam Mangaladas was ordained as the first Father of this Church. | |
| Place where It is Situated | |
| Situated in the village of Manalkadu in Manalkadu GS Division J/419 | |
| Mode of Approach | |
| After a certain distance can be reached by walking, by motor bike or by push bicycle. | |
| Arrangements | |
| As per Archeological Dept. arrangements | |
| Special Restrictions | |
| Consumption of alcohol is prohibited | |
| Distance | |
| 28 miles from Vadamaradchi East Maruthankerny Junction | |
| Maintenance | |
| Archaeological Department | |
| Contact | |
| Cultural Officer,
Divisional Secretariat, Vadamaradchy East. Contact No :- 0776164893 Email Address :- This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. |
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Grama Niladhari, Manatkadu J/419 Contact No :- 0770239371 |
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Church Feast is Annually conducted in 13th June |
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Birds Sanctuary – Chundikulam
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| Birds Sanctuary – Chundikulam | |
| Reasons for its importance | |
| This sanctuary is natural, friendliest and surrounded by lakes. | |
| To this attractive sanctuary various since local birds and birds from other countries flock from the month of November to January we can witness various types of birds | |
| Characteristics of this Place | |
| Chundikulam Birds Sanctuary is situated in the north east coastal belt of the Jaffna Peninsula in an area of 49.2 square kilo meters. This sanctuary is being used by environmentalists, students and researchers for their study. | |
| Place where It is Situated | |
| It is situated in the Chundikulam village in Chundikulam GS Area J/435 | |
| Mode of Approach | |
| After a certain distance can be reached by walking, by motor bike or by push bicycle | |
| Distance | |
| 35 KM from Maruthankerny junction | |
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| Wild Life Department | |
| Contact | |
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Cultural Officer, Divisional Secretariat, Vadamaradchy East Contact No :- 0776164893 Email Address :- This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. |
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Grama Niladhari, Chundikulam J/435 Contact No :- 0770532133 |
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Nagarkovil Ancient Nagathambiran Temple
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| Nagarovil Ancient Nagathambiran Temple | |
| Reasons for its importance | |
| Among the famous Hindu Temples in Vadamaradchy East it takes pride of 1st place. |
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| Although there are several Hindu Nagathambiran Temples with Moorthy, Thalam, Theertham and Thalapulranam and also with five headed Cobras as the Deity in the sanctum sanctorum who are famous for its historical background and for miracles in the Vadamaradchy East, Nagarkovil Nagathambiran Temple stands as the Chief Temple among them. Also from ancient days up to date Nagarkovil village people if they are bitten by any venomous reptiles they do not go for treatment but they take the precious medicine available in the temple, dissolve it in the water from Nagapond (Temple) take it orally, apply it on the bite area and get cured. Now the devotees come to the Nagathambiran Temple to fulfill their vows. | |
| Characteristics of this Place – It is situated in the North of Jaffna Peninsula and 16 KM east of Point Pedro town. In ancient days Naga tribes who lived in this place used to worship Naga (cobra) and are in the habit of calling their king as Thambiran. Therefore they have named this temple as Nagathambiran and have been continued to worship. According to Temple registration records Nagarkovil Ancient Temple has been registered in the year 1845. | |
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| It is situated in the Nagarkovil village in the Nagarkovil Grama Sevaka Division | |
| Mode of Approach | |
| After a certain distance can be reached by walking, by motor bike or by push bicycle | |
| Special Restrictions | |
| Alcohol prohibited. Males cannot wear shirts to enter the temple | |
| Distance | |
| 18KM from Maruthankerny junction | |
| Maintenance | |
| Village Level Organizations | |
| Contact | |
| Cultural Officer,
Divisional Secretariat, Vadamaradchy East Contact No :- 0776164893 Email Address :- This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. |
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Grama Niladhari, Chundikulam J/424 Contact No :- 0776681528 |
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| Annually in the month of September festival is held for 10 days. In this festival the Kappal (ship) festival is held on the day after full moon day as 7th day festival which is celebrated in a grand scale. | |
Valikamam South (Uduvil)
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Valikamam west (Chankanai)
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Church(Dutch Period) |
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| Evidence of Dutch Period architecture | |
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| This was constructed by Portuguese and then constructed as present coral rocks and this stones were derived from Ponnalai Varatharaja Perumal Temple which was destroyed | |
| Evidence | |
| Gazette no 1486/2007 - 02- 23 | |
| Location | |
| J/180 Chankanai South | |
| Access to destination | |
| 782 / 787 route bus | |
| Special Controls | |
| Pre approval is required. | |
| Distance | |
| 0.5 km from Chankanai Main bus stand | |
| Maintenance | |
| Archaeological Research Center | |
| Contact Details | |
| Archaeological Research Center | |
| Ponnalai Varatharaja Perumal Temple | |
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| Famous Vishnu Temple | |
| Nature of the place | |
| Thaksana Kailasa purana says about this temple, it is said that Vishnu appeared with a form of tortoise (Koorma Avathara) | |
| Location | |
| J/170, Ponnalai | |
| Access to destination | |
| 782 route bus to Moolai Junction and then by Individual vehicle | |
| Discipline | |
| Relevant culture should be maintained. | |
| Special Controls | |
| Must avoid Drugs, Non Veg. Males are not allowed to enter with shirts And No entrance with foot wares. | |
| Distance | |
| 08 km from Chankanai Main bus stand | |
| Maintenance | |
| Paripalana saba | |
| Contact details | |
| Paripalana saba - 0776284439 | |
| Special Day/Period of time | |
| August and December are festival times. And Ikathasi, Thiruvemba. | |
| Paralai Vinayagar Temple | |
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| There is an over500 years old Chariot. | |
| Nature of the place | |
| This temple is for the Jaffna Kings’ period. Paralai Vinnayagar Pallu describes this history | |
| Location | |
| J/174, Chulipuram East | |
| Access to destination | |
| 782 route bus to Chulipuram Post office and then by Individual vehicle | |
| Discipline | |
| Relevant culture should be maintained. | |
| Special Controls | |
| Must avoid Drugs, Non veg. Males are not allowed to enter with shirts and No entrance with foot wares. | |
| Distance | |
| 06 km from Chankanai Main bus stand | |
| Maintenance | |
| Paripalana saba | |
| Contact details | |
| Paripalana saba - 0776284439 | |
| Special Day/Period of time | |
| June festival. And Pillayar Kathai | |
| Thunaivi Temple | |
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| This temple was made with stones. There is a seen Grantha Script inscription. There are two temples namely Load Ganesha and Load Shiva (Pirakatheesvarar) | |
| Nature of the place | |
| It is belongs to 15 - 16 century A.C and is 50” X 125” in measurement. | |
| Historical photo | |
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| J/159, Sangarathai. | |
| Access to destination | |
| by Individual vehicle | |
| Discipline | |
| Relevant culture should be maintained. | |
| Special Controls | |
| Must avoid Drugs, Non Veg. | |
| Distance | |
| 06 km from Chankanai Main bus stand | |
| Maintenance | |
| Grama Niladhari - J/159, Sangarathai | |
| Contact details | |
| Thushiyanthan - 0774162295 | |
| Vaddukoddai Church | |
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| There are art full inscriptions | |
| Nature of the place: - It was built by laurnes Pyl Anno, Caption of Dutch forces. And designed the present appearance by American mission. It contributed to the progress of catholic in the beginning and later protestant. | |
| Evidence | |
| 1739/2011 - 12 - 30 | |
| Location | |
| J/166, Vaddu South West | |
| Access to destination | |
| 782 / 787 route bus to Sithankerny, and then 785 / 789 route bus from Sithankerny | |
| Discipline | |
| Relevant culture should be maintained. | |
| Special Controls | |
| Must avoid Drugs. & Pre approval is required. | |
| Distance | |
| 05 km from Chankanai Main bus stand | |
| Maintenance | |
| Vishope | |
| Contact details | |
| Secretary, Vaddukoddai Church (TP No 0772007585) | |
| Special Day/Period of time | |
| Christmas, Easter, Annual Festival | |
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| One of the holy water (Theertham) | |
| Nature of the place | |
| This has been as a holy temple for offering of libation to the manes (Pithirkadan) since B.C. “Nampotha” describes about this. | |
| Location | |
| J/174, Chulipuram East | |
| Access to destination | |
| 782 route bus to Chulipuram Junction and then by Individual vehicle | |
| Discipline | |
| Relevant culture should be maintained (Festival days only) | |
| Special Controls | |
| Relevant culture should be maintained. (Festival days only) | |
| Distance | |
| 10 km from Chankanai Main bus stand | |
| Maintenance | |
| Grama Niladhari - J/174, Chulipuram East | |
| Contact details | |
| Grama Niladhari - J/174, Chulipuram East | |
| Special Day/Period of time | |
| Aadi amavasai, Paralai vinayagar temple festival Days, Ponnalai Varatharaja Perumal temple festival Days, | |
Valikamam East (Kopay)
| Nilavarai well | |
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| In Ramayana Period a gang of monkeys came during Ramayana Ravana war period got thirsty and the place where Raman pricked ground by his arrow was called Nilavarai well. | |
| It,s situated in puttur and It,s speciality is undrought well. | |
| Nature of a Place | |
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| A.C.1824 | |
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| Nilavarai, puttur | |
| Purpose for used | |
| Pure water was seen in upper surface of a well. | |
| It seems undroughtable | |
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Grama Niladhari,s Division – J/275 Name of a Village - Navatkiri Special Name - Nilavarai |
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| by foot, Motor bike | |
| Regulation | |
| The surrounding mustn,t Keep dirty. It fails will be punished. | |
| Special Rules | |
| Liquor is not permitted. | |
| Visit in any time. | |
| Distance | |
| Distance from Puttur Poin - 3Km | |
| Maintenance | |
| Vali East pradeshiya saba Logal Dept | |
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Chairman/Secretary Vali East Pradeshiya Saba Tel.No – 021 205 8866 |
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| Herbal Garden | |
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| Herbal used for treatment and followed practices which based on ideas of saints. | |
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| Navtkiri ,Puttur | |
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| Grama Niladhari,s Division – J/275 | |
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| by foot,Motor Bike | |
| Regulation | |
| Department of Provincial Indigeneous Medicine,Northern Province | |
| Special Rules | |
| Liquor and Non-veg are not allowed | |
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| Point Pedro road Distance from Puttur-; 3KM | |
| Maintenance | |
| Department of Provincial Indigeneous Medicine | |
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Department of Provincial Indigeneous Medicine,Jaffna;. Tel.No – 021 222 2278 |
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| Morning 8.30 - 4.15 office hours | |
| Pokkana Spring | |
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| Pokkana undrought spring is the place where Raman dug to drink water in urelu. | |
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| The Period when Raman came to Srilanka. | |
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| Urelu, Chunnakam | |
| Purpose to use | |
| Pure water | |
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Grama Niladhari,s Division – J/267 Village,s Name – Urelu West Special Name - Yamma |
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| By foot, Motor bike | |
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*Now it is maintained by National Water Supply Authority Board. *Water Supply. |
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| Special Rules | |
| Liquor,Non Veg are not permitted | |
| Distance | |
| From Palaly Road 300m | |
| Maintenance | |
| National Water Supply Authority Board | |
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National Water Supply Authority Board Tel.No – 0212223742 |
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| Always | |
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Akkarai Beach |
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| It is Beautiful Beach which is situated in Atchuveli | |
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| Tourist Beach | |
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Grama Niladhari,s Division – J/283 Village,s Name: - Atchuveli Special Name:- Akkarai Beach |
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| By Foot, Motor Bike | |
| Special rules | |
| Liquor and Non Veg are not Permitted | |
| Distance | |
| From Point Pedro Road 4Km | |
| Maintenance | |
| It is developing by Vali East Pradeshiya Sabha | |
| Special Day/Period | |
| Always | |
| ST MARY,S CHURCH | |
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| Kopay Centre | |
| Church which beyond a century | |
| Nature of a place | |
| Ancient Church | |
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Grama Niladhari,s Division – J/261 Name of a Village; - Kopay Centre |
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| By Bus because it,s situated in a point Pedro main road | |
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| It's situated in 300 m distance from Kopay junction ( Jaffna route) | |
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| Church Council | |
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Atchchuveli Deutch Fort |
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Atchchuveli south Indian Mission Church This is one of the twelve famous Churchs which is built by Deutch in 1606.This is two storied building.It Can accomate about 2000 People for prayers at a time. |
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| It's Dutch period Fort and It,s believed that has a tunnel | |
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| D.C 1606 | |
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| Atchchuveli | |
Thenmaradchi
| Katchai Harbour | |
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| This harbour was used to sea transport between Northern Sri Lanka and Tamil Nadu Commercial Military and religious relationship were maintained using this harbour. We can see the pillers built in the sea used to tie the vessel in the harbour | |
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Lighthouse, Rest house, ancient building built of sand stone and well were seen at the centre of this area. Now the square shaped well can be seen and other building were demolished. |
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The evidence suggesting that people lived in the area in ancient times are found here cattle rubbing stone, cemetery of Eariyalpiddy main irrigation canal paddy fields, water tanks and religious places are located in this area, The archaeological evidence such as pottery and other material confirms human settlement in this harbour in ancient time |
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| It locates between Palavi area, Kachchai harbour and Punkadi area at T324 Gramaniladhari Division | |
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| This place can be access to Kachchai road from Chavakacheri Road which start at Chavakacheri Town. | |
| Distance | |
| It is located 8.5 km away from Chavakacheri Town | |
| Contact | |
| Divisional Secretariat, Chavakacheri | |
| Chalamban Island | |
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| This Island is a natural feature of Kachchai natural harbour. It is located certain distance away from harbour. | |
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| This island is no longer inhabited. People goes on a trip to this Island | |
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| A hindu temple is located here. Public goes to this temple to celebrate Pongal festival and prayer in the month of July | |
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| It is surrounded by the sea located 1.5km away from Katchai harbour in J324 Gramanildhari Division. | |
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| Trvelling from Chavakacheri town to Katchai harbour along Katchai Road travelling to this Island by boat. Private vehicle and assistance from fishermen to transport is also available. | |
| Distance | |
| 10km away from bus stand at Chavakacheri | |
| Contact | |
| Divisional Secretariat, Chavakacheri | |
| Action should be taken to make this place as tourist destination in order to make aware the historical importance of Katchai Harbour | |
Delft
| Building with Pigeon cage and remnant around it | |
| It was build by Dutch Rulers | |
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| Pigeon cage is one such archaeological site which has more than three hundred years of history.This structure was built by the Dutch ruler and the Pigeon reared in this cages were used for communication | |
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| Delft Centre J/004 | |
| Vediarasan Fort | |
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| This an ancient fort situated in the Koddaikadu area in the west of the islet of Delft.At present, only the remains of the above fort are available. |
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| This fort was built by the king Vediarasan who ruled the Delft Division. This derelict building full into day | |
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| Delft West, J/001 | |
| Meehaman Fort | |
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| Delft has some evidence in the form of building structures to remind the European rule. The legend among the local people is that the fort, ancient temples, ponds and tanks had been built during the period of Vediyarasan | |
| Main Characteristics | |
| This Fort was used as Prison house in the period of Dutch Rule, The thickness of the prison of each cell is 2.5 feet | |
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| Delft Centre west J/004 | |
| Ancient Hindu Temple | |
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| Toward the West coast of Delft Island, there are remains of an ancient temple that dates back to roughly 1000 years which was believed to have been built by the Chola Dynasty. | |
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| The length of the sanctum and front view of the temple have affinity with the traditional arts and architecture of temples in the Polonnaruwa period in Lankan ancient history. The temple fell into decay and the remnant of the past remains | |
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| Delft west J/002 | |
| Hospital of Dutch Period | |
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| This hospital was in Dutch period | |
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| Delft central west J/003 | |
| Image of Large Foot Print |
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A large foot print which appears to a very big or giant sized man is found in the midst of the lime stone heaps in the Sarapiddy area of Delft West. This appears to be a giant footprint etched into a rock. This extant of footprint is 40 feet. |
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| Delft west J/002 | |
| Horse Stable | |
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| This is Dutch period stable to rear horses the stable was decayed and the pens are remains. The climatic conditions of this area proved to be quite convenient for the rearing of horses. The pillars that were constructed by the Dutch for tethering the horses are still found in a state disrepair in the area called Sarapiddy, in Delft. Some of the ruins left by the Dutch confirm that there were stables to cage large numbers of horses, as well as areas where the horses were treated. |
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| Delft west J/002 | |
| Light House | |
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| This was built by English rulers. It is situated on the wind battered, barren Sotheastern coast of Delft. |
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| Main Characteristics | |
| English rulers built this light house as navigational aid for sailors at sea in order to ensure maritime defence. There is a low central chimney like shaft which creates a vacuum forcing air upwards. |
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| Delft east J/002 | |
| Baobab Tree | |
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| Massive tree of the Adansonia Genus, native to tropical Aftica and Arabia and grown in other warm regions. Baobabs store water in the trunk to endure the harsh drought conditions. This tree produces large aromatic flowers up to seven inches wide. Shedding their leaves during the dry season. This tree was planted by the Dutch Rulers to get fodder for animals. |
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| Delft east /J003 | |
| Beaches of Delft | |
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Beautiful beaches along the coast of Delft with white sand. The land form alongside the sea surrounded the Delft Island |
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| J/001- J/0006 | |
| The Banyan Tree with many aerial roots |
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| The height of this tree is 25 meters and polyp are bigger than the root of it. The original roots eventually provide support to the trees has large size than original trunk of the tree. | |
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| Delft east /J003 | |
| Horses | |
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| There are many horses in Delft Island Ancient rulers. Such as Chola king and Dutch rulers used them ride on horse back. Transporting these horse to other pars of the country is prohibited. Some horsed are used for domestic purpose herding cattles and used as draft animals | |
| Fence built of Coral Stone | |
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| Fence built of stone are used by the residents to enclose their residential area . These fence was built without using machines and equipment. | |
| Palmyra tree with branches | |
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| A palmyra tree has put out many branches. This tree can be seen in “Veddakadu” village | |
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| Delft South /J002 | |
| Well with Medical water | |
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| This watered of well is believes curative effect to the disease of these horses which were brought by Arabians. The herbal plants found in this pond cured the disease of the horses. During the rainy season only the pond if full of water. |
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This office was used for administration of the village by Dutch rulers and successive English rulers also used it as administrative office. After that this building was used as administrative office of village chieftain “Udayar” after the period of independence and this office was transformed as the office of Assistant Government Agent until 14.10.2014
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| Delft Centre-J/0004 | |
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| This was the office of board of Jurie of the period of British rulers. The symbols of British kingdom were inscripted on the walk of this building. | |
| The front part of the building was used as clinic for out patients. | |
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| Delft Centre-J/0004 | |
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| The shape of this stone is like the head of cobra snake and the stone is continuously growing | |
| Snake worship is common in Hindu religion and devotion to serpant deities is a tradition. Therefore people worship this stone with the shapes of head of snake | |
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| St.Antony’s shrine Kachchatheevu | |
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| This Island is located between, Neduntheevu Sri lanka and Rameshwaram India | |
| This shrine was said to be built by the fisherman on this uninhabited island belongs to dry zone to express their gratitude to the god who saved this from storm. He festival held annually and the people of Sri Lanka and India participate this festival | |
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| Delft south J/002 | |
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| The travelling by boat from Kurikadduvan part to this Island takes 4 hours and travelling from Delft takes 3 hours |
Jaffna
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Overview Jaffna Public Library is a Jaffna's most notable landmark, it is run to the Jaffna Municipal Council. One of the biggest Libraries in Asia; Biggest Library in the district of Jaffna. It was established in 1933. There were over 97000 books in usage at this Library. It was burnt and demolished on 1st of June, 1981 during racial conflict. It is described as a dark era in the history of Jaffna. It has been renovated in 2002 of the library was completed, with new structure with 25000 books.Over 97,000 volumes of books along with numerous culturally important and irreplaceable manuscripts were destroyed by fire Nature There were over 97000 books including political, religious and cultural documents which belong to the ancient period prior to hundreds of years. |
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Overview This park was built for coastal conservation and entertainment of public and tourists Nature Lies along the lagoon Evidence No Historical photo No Location Located at Beach road under the Grama Officer Division J/ 81 Mode of travelling Bus, car, three wheeler Regulatory measures Usage of polythene and plastic prohibited Taxations No Special control measures No Distance At Pannai road 400m away from Jaffna bus stand Maintenance Municipal Council, Jaffna Contact no 0212222275 |
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Overview Naga Viharaya was built during 3rd century by Devanambiyatissa for Nagas.
Historically famous ancient Buddhist Viharaya
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Located in front of Ariyakulam Pond at Stanley Road under the Grama Officer Division J/ 79 Sirampiyady
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At Stanly Road 100m away from Jaffna bus stand
Ministry of Buddha Sasana & Religious Affairs
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Overview This museum has very ancient goods. It is noteworthy that the wall of Sri La Sri Arumuga Navalar`s house also remaining here. Nature Ancient aesthetic and cultural goods, war instruments Evidence Antiquities Ordinance No.188 v-p277/40-2011-12-30 (pertinent to the wall of Srilasri Arumuganavalar`s house) |
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Location Located at the Grama Officer Division J/ 78 Aththiyady Mode of travelling Bus, car, three wheeler Regulatory measures Prohibited to take photographs with flash light reflection Special control measures No Distance At Navalar Road 400m away from Jaffna bus stand Maintenance Archaeological Museum Contact no - 0212224125 Special day Note - While travelling 100m through Stanley Road from Jaffna bus stand “Naga Viharaya” could be seen and subsequently by travelling through the Palaly Road, the Navalar Hall, wall of Navalar`s house and Archaeological Museum could been seen.
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Built by Naduukoddai Chettys and the religious opening (‘Kumbabisheka’) was held in 1931. The halls were constructed using ancient granite and Rangoon Teak Nature Sculptures made up of Rangoon Teak are available Evidence Antiquities Ordinance No.188 v-p-277/40-2011-12-30 Location Located at K.K.S. Road under the Grama Officer Division J/ 83 Koddady Mode of travelling Bus, car, three wheeler Regulatory measures Silence should be kept No Wearing cultural dress At K.K.S. Road 74 m away from Jaffna bus stand Public temple; maintained by the Board of Trustees 021222 7334 ‘Thai poosam’, ‘Kanthashasdy’ |
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The ancient Sivan temple built by Sculpture Specialist Sri Kannaiyirastha pathiyar by A.C. 1790 upon the order of the King Maharasda Sathirapathy Prathassing who ruled Thanchai due to the effort of Kobalachettiyar and Vaithilingachettiyar in view of the growth of Hinduism and Tamil during the period of Dutch. Nature Surrounded by Paraphernalia temples as per ‘Agama’ rule Evidence Antiquities Ordinance No.188 v-p-277/40-2011-12-30 Location Located at K.K.S. Road under the Grama Officer Division J/ 83 Bus, car, three wheeler Silence should be kept No Wearing cultural dress At K.K.S. Road 950m away from Jaffna bus stand Vaithilingachettiyar (Trustee) Special day Annual festival occurs twice |
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The traditional resting hall constructed by the Kings along roads closer to crematoria, temples and markets for the relaxation of gypsies during ancient times Constructed for the relaxation of gypsies |
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Location Located at New Moor Street under the Grama Officer Division J/ 88 Bus, car, three wheeler At Manipay Road 3.5Km away from Jaffna bus stand Both the Board of Trustees of Gnanavairavar Temple and Arivoli Community Centre maintain together
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Karainagar
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| This temple situated at Thinnaipuram, on the North of Karainagar is called Eezhathu Chidambaram is one of the famous Lord Shiva temple in Jaffna. | |
| According to the legend, when Siva devotee Ambalavi Murugar was building the Siva temple, lord shiva came in the dream of his devotee Murugar and guided him to choose the Sivalingam, which was enshrined in the Sanctorum of the temple. The presiding deity is called Lord Sunthareswar. Annually three festivals are celebrated grandly in the temple. The thiruvembavai festival for 10 days in December and Thifuvathirai festival are two of the very popular festivals. | |
| The pooja and ceremonies performed for the principal deity are similar to Chithamparam temple and Arudra Darshan festival is celebrated in grand scale | |
| This temple is main deity is Sivalingam and the temple has Tirtha and sthala viruksham This inner sanctum, dedicated to main deity Sivan has large Gopuram and other Sanctum dedicated to deity Iyanar has small Gopuram. | |
| The temple sanctum contains Sivalinga and Ananda Tandava Nadarajah aspect signifier. The demon under the right feet signifies ignorance under his feet right eye, left eye and third eye signify sun, moon and knowledge fire. | |
| Festivals (Brammotshavam) of the temple holds in the north of March and December. First Mahakumbabishekam was held in the year 1948 | |
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| Travel along the Manipay Road- to reach Valantala Junctin and travel along new road of Karainagar (3km) | |
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| Using Telephone, taking photograph and wearing upper garment by males and wearing footwear, caps are prohibited and avoid non vegetarian food | |
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| 3 1/2 km from Divisional Secretariat, Karainagar | |
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| Special festivals held in the month of March, July and December- Margazhi Thiruvaadhirai (December-January) is most important festival with the main deity being brought outside the sanctum in a procession that include temple car procession followed by a long anointing ceremony. Pots full of milks and other items considered as sacred offering to the deity are used for the sacred ablution, observance of four Saivite hymnologist | |
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This light house was built by the British to ensure safe arrived of the ships at Kovalam of Karainagar. The structure is 33 metre tall |
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| This served on aid to maritime coastal navigation and guiding then for their destination for many years. Now this serve as tourist destination. The distant location guarantee the visitors peace and quiet | |
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| Kovalam Light house was built in 1916 , its about 25meter height. it located next to casuarina beach.It serve as navigational aid for the sailors of sea and fishermen. | |
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Archaeological evidence Gazette No-1716 dated 22.07.2011 |
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| Grama Niladhari Division J/41, Kovalam, Karainagar | |
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| Travelling along Manipay road and to reach Valantali Junctin of Karainagar and continue travel toward west to reach Alady Junction. Then travel towards Northern direction to reach the place after travelling assistance of 3.2 km | |
| Distance | |
| 5km from Divisional Secretariat, Karainagar | |
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| Archaeological department | |
| Casuarina Beach | |
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| This beach is name for the abundance of pristine beauty with casuarina trees and gentle waves. Considered one of the best beach in the Jaffna Peninsula. It is perfect beach with white sand. Pleasant weather and beautiful landscape are especially renowned for tourist destination surrounded with casuarina trees. It is a popular destination in Northern part of Sri Lanka. This is said to be the best beach in this region. The beach probably got ts name due to the dense growth of Casuarina trees along the beach. |
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| Grama Niladhari Division, J/46, Karainagar North | |
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| Travelling along Maipay road to Ponnalai Junction and travel to Valanthala Junction. Travel western road to reach new road and 2km distance Northword. | |
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Valikamam North (Tellippalai)
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| This is one of the temple that was constructed according to the “Sivahama” in Eelam. Maaru thapuraveekavalli, the dugher of ukkira solan pray the god and get rid of her feature of Horse’s face by the grace of god murugan. She build a temple to the god “Murugan” and the so called name maviddapuram was derived from this incident. It is one of the famous kovil in Elam where 05 number of their are pulled by the devotes at the annual High festival. The annual High festival will be conducted for 25 days and the last event of the festival, the “Theertha thiruvizha” will be falls on the day of “Adi Amavasai” | |
| The main pooja days in this temple are “Thaipoosam” , “Thirukkarthikai” “Aruthra Tharisanam” , “Kanthasasti” , “Sooran por” and “Aadippooram. | |
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| Temple was built during the rule of Chola king called Ukkira cholan in the century of 7 a.c | |
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| Declared as an archeological site | |
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| J/230, Maviddapuram | |
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| Through K.K.K.S Road through Tellippalai junction to maviddapuram junction | |
| Special rules | |
| be a vegetarian and not to take liquor the males should remove their shirts before enter into the temple | |
| Distance | |
| nearly 4km distance from Divisional Secretariat, Tellippalai | |
| Maintenance | |
| Maharaja Siri T.S. Ratnasapapathy Kurukkal, Chief priest of “Mavai Atheenam” | |
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| Telephone - 0213210344, 07783025173 | |
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| Annual High festival -25 days, Khrthikai Thiruvila, monthly special pooja, weekly special pooja, on Tuesday and Friday. | |
| Sri Nahulambiga sametha Sri Nahulleswarar Suwami Temple | |
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| Keerimalai Nahulleswarar Suwami Temple has the specialty of consisting “Moorthy, “Thalam” and “Theertham”Tthe ancient name of this temple is “Thiruthambaleswaram”. This village has got the name Keerimalai, because of a sage called Thiruthambaleswar had a bath in this holy “Theertham” and get rid of his feature of Mongoose’s face. In Northern language it is called as Nahulakiri. Therefore this sivan temple got it’s name as Nahuleswaram. Annual High festival of this temple falls on the day after the “Thaipoosam” and the Theertha Utsavam (water cutting ceremony) comes on “Mhasivarathri” day | |
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| This Temple was worshiped by the” Aathichola” Kings named “Musukunthan” , “Nalan” and Aruchchunan. This temple has the specialist of “Theertha” , “Thala” and “Yatra”. | |
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| Declared as an archeological site | |
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| J/226, Nahuleswaram, Keerimalai. | |
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| Through K.K.S Road to Maviddapuram and from maviddapuram 3km distance forward west | |
| Special rules | |
| be a vegetarian and not to take liquor the males should remove their shirts before enter into the temple | |
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| nearly 7km distance from Divisional Secretariat, Tellippalai. | |
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| Sivasiri.K.Nahuleswarak kurukkal,
“Aatheenakartha” and Chief priest of Nahuleswaram, Keerimalai. |
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| Telephone - 060221440 | |
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| “Aadi Amavasai”, “Mahasivarathri”, Annual High festival, Tuesdays and Fridays. | |
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| This Keni was called earlier as Kandagi Theertham” . It’s a historically renown place and the “keerimalai theertham” is believed that it has a spiritual power of curing diseases of the devotees. | |
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| J/226, Nahuleswaram, Keerimalai | |
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| Through K.K.S Road to Maviddapuram and from maviddapuram 3 ½ km distance torwards west | |
| Special rules | |
| Keni was divided into two and has the facility to male and female devotees to take bath separately. Threr are some restrictions, such as devotees not to use soap, shampoo into the Keni and They should remove their slippers before getting down into the keni. Using of polythene also prohibited in this area . Keep the area as a cleaned area is the response of the people. | |
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| nearly 7km distance from Divisional Secretariat, Tellippalai | |
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| Vali North, Pradesia Saba | |
| Contact | |
| Telephone - 021 321 2317 | |
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| “Aadi Amavasai” and “Theertha Utsavam” |
Valikamam Southwest(Sandilipay)
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| Dambakola patuna is famous historical place tha King Kajaba who ruled Srilanka , Carried Kannaky’s statue from seranadu through sampithurai | |
| Sangamitththa brought branch of holy botree which is the sympol of god Buddha through this village | |
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Maruthappuraveekavalli stepdown Used as fishing harbor by the fishermen Sambilthurai and Dambakola patuna are significance |
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Evidence Gazettee No – 1486 Published date – 23.02.2007 |
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Grama Niladhari division – J/152 Name of the village - Mathagal west |
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| Divisional secretariat Sandilipay à Pandatharippu Junction -> Mathagalà Sea side road à Sampilthurai | |
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| Can visit and see the place from 8.00 am to 8.00 pm , no one will be allowed with footwear and alcoholism and Non vegetables are prohibited to carry inside | |
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| Is considered as a religious place by tourists therefore the do not take alcohol or non vegetables with them | |
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| Mathagal Samilthurai is considered as a tourist and religious place . Therefore no taxes are collected from visitors | |
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Thondaimanaru Selvasannithy Murugan Temple |
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| The temple is connected with ancient mythological period and has Portia tree as its temple tree by the river bank where an Asura carried out a penance and attired final bliss. This temple has the specialties such as God statue. Premise and sacred water and remains as a holy temple that does miracle and blessings to devotee. Ritual observencer are performed here similar to Kataragama tradition. Located in an excellent natural environment and becomes a Centre of homage that please the minds of people. | |
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| Place of worship that connected with the period of ancient myths &epics. | |
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| Published in the Gazette as a temple to pay homage. | |
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| J 383, Thondiamanaru South | |
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| This temple is located 15Km far away from Divisional Secretariat, Point Pedro and can be accessed through many paths. Travelling by vehicles is easy mode and can be accessed from Uppu Vallai Junction that is in the 750 bus route and thereby along the Thondaimanaru road or turn at first junction at Vallai – Udupiddy Road or turn at sub road near Thondaimanaru Bridge along Point Pedro – Kankesanthurai Road or through Atchuvely – Sannithy Road. | |
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| Sacred place of worship and moral code for good conduct is expected. | |
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| Charges levied for vehicle parking during festive season. Fixed charges or offerings are to be made available to perform certain poojas. | |
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| The Principal deity of this temple is Maha Vishnu. It is situate at the village of Thunnalai in Vadamaradchy. Ancient residences existed in this area at Vadamaradchy and thus this temple too gained historically renowned fame. This is one of the significant temples for lord Krishna that existed in Jaffna District and listed in the Gazette as a place for homage. Arrival of devotee like unceasing waver during festival period clearly. The temple is situated in the midst of palmyrah groves in a sandy stretch. This is temple is bestowed with Thalam, Moorthy and Theertham respectively. The Samudhra Theertham is held on the full moon day of the Hindu month of Puraddathi each year. | |
| Place of worship that connected with the period of ancient myths &epics. | |
| Evidence (if available) | |
| Published in the Gazette as a temple to pay homage | |
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| J 383, Thondiamanaru South. | |
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| This temple is located 15Km far away from Divisional Secretariat, Point Pedro and can be accessed through many paths. Travelling by vehicles is easy mode and can be accessed from UppuVallai Junction that is in the 750 bus route and thereby along the Thondaimanaru road or turn at first junction at Vallai – Udupiddy Road or turn at sub road near Thondaimanaru Bridge along Point Pedro – Kankesanthurai Road or through Atchuvely – Sannithy Road. | |
| Regulation | |
| Sacred place of worship and moral code for good conduct is expected. | |
| Fee/Charges | |
| Charges levied for vehicle parking during festive season. Fixed charges or offerings are to be made available to perform certain poojas. | |
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These palm trees are seen at the front of entrance gate to the vallipura Aalwar temple along the main street. This is one of the very rare plant species in Sri Lanka and appear among the general palmyrah trees. These trees possess branches and called “branched Palmyrah trees”.
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| This is a variety of palmyrah trees and attracts the people by its branches | |
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| J /406, Vallipuram. | |
| Access Path | |
| Accessible through the road that extend up to Vallipura Aalwar Temple. | |
| Regulation | |
| General code of conduct is applicable as they are located in places that are close to sacred area. | |
| Fee/Charges | |
| Fees are charged for the parking of vehicles(Transport)during festive season. | |
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| This located nearly 1.75Km away from Point Pedro bus stand along the Beach Road that extends up to Munai. It is 75feet in height and centuries years old. This warn and guide sailors and fisher folks neat the coast. It is noteworthy to mention that this was established at pedro point in the Northern point at the ancient Ceylon. | |
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| light house building. | |
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| J 403, Point pedro East. | |
| Access Path | |
| Can be accessible by private vehicles as the public transportation is lacking. | |
| Regulation | |
| heritage property. Security measures adopted for any heritage site are to be followed. | |
| Fee/Charges | |
| No provisions at the moment | |
| Point Pedro Therumoodi Madam (Shady inn on wayside) | |
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| We are unable to predict clearly in which era the inns, wells moats and rubbing stones for cattle were emerged in Jaffna customs but such features were incorporated in important centers that joined the Dutch Roads and main Streets. Likewise such inns are seen in many places at Jaffna peninsula but in rare instances they cover the roads. One of such rare inns is located at point Pedro – Thumbalai road near Sivan Kovil without any deterioration. This was established nearly 150 years ago. | |
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| wayfarers to take rest. | |
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| J /401, Therumoodi madathadi, Point Pedro. | |
| Access Path | |
| Un hindrance access for any time in any mode of transport due to its close proximity to the junction of Main Street Thumpalai road in Point Pedro Town. | |
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| Sacred area and the procedures adopted for heritage site to be followed by the visitors. | |
| Fee/Charges | |
| No any Special levy | |
| Oorani Spring | |
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| Located opposite of Oorani Hospital when proceeding from Valvettiturai town to Point Pedro. This is a spring moat on the limestone topography of Oorani, Valvettiturai. This is situated in close proximity to sea and its salinity is notably low comparatively. | |
| Character of Place/ Thing | |
| Limestone topography | |
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| J /393, Polikandy West. | |
| Access Path | |
| Special arrangement not required as it located along 751 bus route at the front of Oorani Hospital. | |
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| Heritage asset Good to follow security measures. | |
| Fee/Charges | |
| Not up to now. | |
| Mandapakkadu Cave | |
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| It is located 30Km far away from Jaffna along 751 bus route from the above road mearly 3Km to be trekked inward. This is one of the limestone structures in the topographical map of Jaffna. There are many epics about this cave. These stories to be studied. | |
| Character of Place/ Thing | |
| Cave Originated from lime stone. | |
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| J /385, kerudavil South | |
| Access Path | |
| Along Thondaimanaru Kerudavil Road(3KM) by private Vehicles. | |
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| Fee/Charges | |
| Not up to now. | |
Island North (Kayts)
| Hammenhiel Fort | |
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| This fort is situated on a rocky islet between Kayts and Karainagar. Kayts was captured by patch forces in 1658. They demolished the Iyanar Temple of Viyavil. Karainagar and built this fort by using these stone and they named this fort is Hammenfield. This fort is situated one km away of the Southwestern coast of Karainagar. This port was built by Lord Poothathamby. Therefore this fort is called as Poothathampy Kootai. | |
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| This port was declared in protected, Archaeological site by the Ministry. National Heritage by the Gazette dated 17.11.2006 and 23.02.2007. | |
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| Kayts - J-49 | |
| Transport | |
| Boat | |
| Regulation | |
| Permission of Navy to visit the location | |
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| One nautical mile from the coast | |
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| Sri Lankan Navy | |
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| Divisional Secretariat, Kayts | |
| Urundi Fort | |
| This Urundi Fort area is the place of early settlement. This place was densely populated area and the area of red soil. This fort constructed by Portuguese has now fell into ruin. Portuguese demolished the Nagammai temple in Nainativu and they built this fort at sankumal in Kayts by using these stones. This roof of the fort was in usable condition at 1950 and it is suitable to call this for as home of lord of Kaasil. | |
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| This place was used as suitable for the film making of crusifixion of Jesus by Thirumarai Kalamanram(centre of performing arts) This appearance of the port is smililar to Calvari Hill. | |
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| J/50-Paruthiadaippu | |
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| No Tax levy | |
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| 5km from Kayts | |
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| Divisional Secretariat, Kayts | |
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| This harbour played major role in its contribution to the trade and commerce and sea control power in colonial times and pre colonial times. Eventhough it is a small harbour it has the feature of natural harbour. It has all the facilities or loading and unloading small vessels and dropping off and picking up passengers. The deep water of thus harbour. provide shelter for small ships, boats and barges. It was called Fortaleza in the colonial time of portugese. It has two parts. The height of the walls are 4.5 metre. This harbour comes under the control of Dutch rule by the siege at Jaffna in 1658. | |
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| The ferry service from Karainagar to Kayts is held at this harbour. | |
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| J/49-Kayts | |
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| Motor vehicle | |
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| Distance | |
| 100 metres away from the Kayts town | |
| Contact | |
| District Secretariat, Kayts | |
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St.James Church |
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| This is the oldest temple in Kayts. The priest of pain established temples in his parish on the name of Holy Yahapper. The foundation stone for the temple was laid by the venerable Priest Daldako on 01st January 1815. | |
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| This church is unique for its old history and archaeological structure. The festival is conducted by the devotees at the temple annually. | |
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| This site was declared as protected national heritage site by the Ministry of National Heritage by the Gassette dated 17.11.2016 and 23.02.2007. | |
| Location | |
| J/49-Kayts | |
| Transport | |
| Motor vehicle | |
| Distance | |
| 100 metres away from the Kayts town | |
| Contact | |
| Father of the St.Mary Church, Kayts | |
| Special Day | |
| Festival in 25th July | |
| Iyanar Temple- Analaitheevu | |
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| This temple is situated in Analaitivu of Jaffna Peninsula. This temple is older for more than 350 years. | |
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| The Idol of Iyanar war arrived in a box 350 years ago. The residents of the island brought this idon from sea and placed it at the present location and built a magnificent temple at this place named as Nainakulam. The holy water sangama Theertham is situated at the western part of the temple. This temple is situated at the entrance of the village and it is considered to safeguard the village and the people | |
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| This temple is registered at Department of Hindu cultural Affairs | |
| Location | |
| J/37-Analai Division | |
| Transport | |
| Bus-Boat service | |
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| 13 Km from Kayts | |
| Special Control | |
| Meat and fish eating are prohibited. Male should remove upper cloth before entering into temple | |
| Contact | |
| Trusty Board, Iyanar Temple | |
| Special Day | |
| Festival in July | |
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Puliantivu Nageswaran Temple |
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| Nageswaram temple is located at Puliantivu in Analitivu. Nobody knows the origin or the history of the temple. | |
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| The history of the temple depict links between Nageswary temple Nainadivu and Nageswaran temple, Puliantivu. It is said that the priest of the Remaswaram temple in southern India established this temple and he is the priest of the temple in early periods. The surroundings of the temple consist herbal plants. Thala virucham (Tree of the temple) is bo tree. The saint viyaakirapathar set off pilgrimage to the temple Sithamparam and also offered his prayer to the Sivalingam of this temple. | |
| Evidence | |
| It is registered as a temple at the Department of Hindu Religious and Cultural affairs. | |
| Registration No-HA/5/JA/20 | |
| Location | |
| J/37-Analaitivu South | |
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Bus-Boat service Buses are available in Kannakai Ammam Port of Kayts |
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| 15 Km from Kayts | |
| Special Control | |
| Meat and fish eating are prohibited. Male should remove upper cloth before entering into temple. | |
| Contact | |
| Administration board, Nageswaram Temple, Puliantivu | |
| Special Day | |
| Thiruvemba festival in December |
Island South(Velanai)
| Sithathi Matha Temple | |
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This temple has the facilities to accommodate the pilgrims visiting to this temple all the time Fresh water is also available in the surrounding areas. Free accommodation is available for pilgrims. |
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| Archaeological evidence | |
| Location | |
| Velanai Northeast, J/13 | |
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| Government Transport and Private Transport facilities are available | |
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Using telephone is prohibited inside the temple . Parish Priest is responsible for the administration of the temple and controlling the activities. |
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Consuming alcoholic beverage is prohibited inside the temple. Eating meat is prohibited inside the temple The dress should be abide with the decorum of the temple |
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| 12 km distance from Jaffna | |
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| Missionary | |
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| Temple Administration | |
| Festivity | |
| Annual Festival-month of September | |
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Saati Seaside |
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| It is a white sandy beach. A resort with miles of golden sand. It is a popular tourist resort and have the facilities for bathing and boating. Fresh water is available in the area ( 5 km away) | |
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Natural beauty of the scenery Tourist visit from local area and abroad to spend their holidays and to admire the beauty of the nature. |
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| Northeast of Velanai J/113 | |
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| Government buses and private vehicles are available | |
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Parking charges for vehicles Charges for boating (Private sector) |
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12 km away from Jaffna 2 km away from Mankumpan pillayar Temple |
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| Pradesiya saba Velanai | |
| Contact | |
| Pradesiya saba Velanai | |
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Lighthouse |
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| Light house is a tower designed to emit light and used is navigational aid for sailors at sea. This was built in colonial time of Dutch. | |
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Punguduthivu East and west J/25 Kannagipura Village, Korean Light House |
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| Public and private transport | |
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Keep the environment clean Respect the culture and tradition of the people of the area Abstain from consuming alcohol and other bad habits |
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| 1km from Punguduthivu Amman Temple | |
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| Divisional Secretariat, Velanai | |
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Baobab Tree |
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| The folk stories says this tree was introduced by Arabian sailors and eight hundred years age as a food services for the horses. But this story was not confirmed. | |
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This place can be visited at any time This tree can be seen only in three places in Sri Lanka. This tree begin to bloom in June. The seeds do not germinate |
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Northeast of Punguduthivu - J/32 It is situated within 30km from this coast. |
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| Transport | |
| This place can be reached by public and private transportation. | |
| Rules | |
| Abstain from consuming alcohol and other bad habits | |
| Distance | |
| It is located within 30 km from the coast. | |
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Nainativu Raja Mahaviharai |
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| It is a famous Buddhist Temple Buddha visited the place in ancient time. The Buddhist literary work. Manimekhalai is closely linked to this place. | |
| Features | |
| The place is surrounded by sea | |
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| Ninathivu North J/34 | |
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| Tourist can visit any time | |
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| Take local bus or private vehicles heading to Kurikadduvan from Jaffna and then take a short ferry to Nainativu Island | |
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| Consuming alcoholic beverage is prohibited inside the temple and the other bad habits. | |
| Maintenance | |
| The priest of the temple | |
| Contact | |
| The priest of the temple | |
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Vaikasi Visakam (The full mood day of the month May) |
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Nainativu Nagapooshani Amman Temple |
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| It is a famous historic HinduTemple. One of the prominent 64 shakthipeedams | |
| This temple is believed to be where the Silambu (Anklets) of Gowri has fallen. The temple was built at that place by the devotees as a panance for their sins. It is an ancient temple built may 100 years ago. | |
| Features | |
| The place is surrounded by sea | |
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| Ninathivu North J/34 Manipallavam, Manitheevu, Nagadivu | |
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| visit inside the temple only at the time of Pooja | |
| Transport | |
| Take local bus or private vehicles heading to Kurikadduvan from Jaffna and then take a short ferry to Nainativu Island | |
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Consuming alcoholic beverage, smoking is prohibited at the temple complex and the other bad habits. Men were prohibited from wearing upper cloth Women should not flow their hair freely |
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| Maintenance | |
| The temple Administration | |
| Contact | |
| The temple Administration | |
| Special Days | |
| Thaipoosam, Aadipooram, Kandasaddy, Ketharagowry Fasting, Varaluxmi Fasting, Thiruvembavai and other annual festival seasons. |
Karaveddy
| Mayakkai tank | Ancient cave |
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It was identified on the year of 1979. This cave dates back to 600000 years. Professor S.Krishnarasa explain in his essay that there are evidence of the assistance of Homo –Erectus human species. There are many boulders in the cave. Mayakkai Cave- J/380 Alvai east
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Stone pillar and ancient tank of Pillayar temple of Madathuvasal Nelliyady East.
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| Place of religious significance Pillayar temple of Madathuvasal | Ancient Stone Pillar Tank |
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The circular numbered 1639 dated 30.12.2011 says these are protected by the land.
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| KapathuAnthanan Thidal- Birds Sanctuary | |
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| This land is green with the growth of vegetation and resting and breeding area of birds in season. | |
