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Maruthankerny

Maruthankerny

Pullaweli St.Sebastiar Church
Place
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.
Proof of Witness
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
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.

Grama Niladhari,

Vettilaikerni J/432

Contact No :- 0771791850

Special Day
Annually In July from 2nd the Special Feast of this Church is celebrated.

St.Antony Church – Manalkaddu

Pullaveli Sebastiar Church
Place
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.

Grama Niladhari,

Manatkadu J/419

Contact No :- 0770239371

Special Day

Church Feast is Annually conducted in 13th June

Birds Sanctuary – Chundikulam

 

Place

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
Maintained by
Wild Life 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.

Grama Niladhari,

Chundikulam J/435

Contact No :- 0770532133

Nagarkovil Ancient Nagathambiran Temple

 


Place
Nagarovil Ancient Nagathambiran Temple
Reasons for its importance
Among the famous Hindu Temples in Vadamaradchy East it takes pride of 1st place.
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.
Location
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.

Grama Niladhari,

Chundikulam J/424

Contact No :- 0776681528

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)

Valikamam South (Uduvil)

 

Inuvil Segarasegarappillaiyar Kovil

pararasasegara pillayar

This temple is one of the four ancient temples built by the Tamil kings. This temple was built by the king Segarasasegaran and therefore the temple got its name
 
Particulars

Time of origin -It was built Seven hundred years ago

Founder - King Segarasasegaran

   
Object
Foster and promote Saiva cult of Hindu religion and the cultural features.
 

Evidence

Photographic record of the history

 
Location

GN.Division - J/191 Inuvil West

Name of the Village - Pappathoddam

Special Name -Paruthiyadappu pillaiyar kovil

 
Transport
By bus, private motor vehicle and bicycles. It’s within walking distance of public transport route.
 
Regulations and rules
There are no rules for tourists to visit to the people.
 
Payment
There are no payment is charged.
 
Regulation
Should avoid meat and alcohol. They will be allowed at three course of ceremonial worship time which held in morning, noon, and evening. Male should not wear shirt.
 
Distance
The temple is situated in Vali South DS Division,and Southern direction of Kks road from Maruthanarmadam Junction. It is 1 km. away from Kks road. The distance from Kks road through Pappathodda road is only 250 meter.
 
Maintenance
Trustee board of the temple
 
Contact
President:- Mr.Sinnathurai Sundralingam

Telephone No:- 0779355086

 
Festival Time
The festival of the temple start on the (Varying crescent) fourth of new moon day of April. The final day of the festival is on the full moon day of April. The chathurthy pooja is observed throughout the year. The fasting of Vinayagar festival for 21 days is celebrated in November. The festival morning hymn (Thiruvembavai) is also celebrated in December.
 
J/Uduvil Girl’s College
 school
This Uduvil Ladies College is the first college built in Asia with hostel for the students
 
Object
This college was built in order to provide education to the women of this district who are not going to the school as their tradition
 
Particulars

Time of origin -In 1824

Founder - Lady Cariet Wincilo

 
Evidence
Photographic record of the history
 
Location

GN.Division - J/185 Uduvil North Centre

Name of the Village – Uduvil Centre

Special Name – Ooudooville Girls English School

 
Transport
It is located in walking distance. but vehicular access is possible.
 
Regulations and rules
There are no rules for tourists to visit to the people.
 
Payment
There are no payment is charged.
 
Regulation
Permission to visit to the College should be obtained from Principal of the School.
 
Distance
The school is situated in Vali South Division at Kaithady Manipay road 250m away from Maruthanarmadam junction and westword direction of that Junction.
 
Maintenance
School Development Society
 
Contact

Principal :-Ms.Sirani Mills

Telephone No:- 021 224 1110

Mail Address:- uduvil girls English This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

 
Inuvil Pararajasegarappillaiyar  Kovil
pararasasegara pillayar
This temple is more than 500 years old. It may be built by King Pararajasegara or his ministers and other person of the royal family. Therefore this temple is called by the above name.
 
Particulars
Time of origin – More than 500 Years old.

Founder - King Pararajasegaran

 

Object

Foster and promote Saiva cult of Hindu religion and the cultural features.
 
Evidence
Photographic record of the history
 
Location
GN.Division - J/188 Inuvil South West

Name of the Village - Vannankadu

Special Name –Madathuvasal Pillaiyar temple.

 
Transport
By bus, private motor vehicle and bicycles. It’s within walking distance of public transport route.
 
Regulations and rules
There are no rules for tourists to visit to the place.
 
Payment
There are no payment is charged.
 
Regulation
Should avoid meat and alcohol. They will be allowed at three course of ceremonial worship time which held in morning, noon, and evening. Male should not wear shirt.
 
Distance
The temple situated in Vali South DS Division. And 2 km away from Maruthanarmadam Junction. We can see the temple after walking 500 meters from Inuvil Junction
 
Maintenance
There are no Trusteeship board
 
Contact
President:- Vaitheeswarakurukkal,Somaskandakurukkal

Telephone No:- 021 224 1709

Mail Address:- This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

 
Festival Time
The festival begins on the day of “sathaya star” of May month with flag hoisting rituals, chariot festival holds on 10 th day of festival and the festival conclude on on 11 th day.
 
Inuvil Kanthasamy Kovil
kanthasamy kovil
A devotee Kulanthiyar Velayuthar cultivated betel crop in his garden. The God Muruga appeared before him in dream and said him that he has come from Kanchi and asked him to build a temple on the site of the place where the branch of Nochchi tree was planted and a foot print on the sand was seen.
 
After that he was disappeared.The next day the devotee went to the garden and builts at the place identified  temple for God Muruga. And light a lamp to hold prayer and pooja. Therefore this land is called Nochcholoai Mithiyan in land deeds. The Nochchi tree of this shrine is seen near the inner sanctum of the temple.
 
Particulars
Time of origin –Research studies shows that this temple was built at 12 th or 13 th Centuary.
Founder – The people of the village.
 
Object
Foster and promote Saiva cult of Hindu religion and the cultural features.
 
Evidence
Photographic record of the history
 
Location
GN.Division - J/188 Inuvil South West

Name of the Village - Nochchiyolai

Special Name – Nochchiolai Murugan

 
Transport
By bus, private motor vehicle and bicycles. It’s within walking distance of public transport route.
 
Regulations and rules
There are no rules for tourists to visit to the people.
 
Payment
There are no payment is charged.
 
Regulation
Should avoid meat and alcohol. They will be allowed at three course of ceremonial worship time which held in morning, noon, and evening. Male should not wear shirt.
 
Distance
It is 7 km away from Jaffna town if we look westward from Inuvil Junction of KKS road, We can see the temple
 
Maintenance
Trustee board of the temple (021 321 8302)
 
Contact
President:- S.Sothiperumal

Telephone No:- 021 224 1417

 
Festival Time
The festival begins on the sixth day of the new moon day of May every year with flag hoisting rituals and it concluded on the following new moon day. The festival season consists of 25 days. Twelfth day festival is a grand ceremony. Special festival of this temple is Kanthasasdy fasting to God Muruga lasting for 6 days.
 
Inuvil Anchaneyar Kovil
anjaneyar
The temple was founded order to realize the dream of the founder. and chief priest Sri.Sunthareswarakurukkal. The God of the temple appeared before the chief priest of the temple in dream and requested him to build a temple in order to carryout worship by his devotees.
 
Particulars
Time of origin – In 2001
 
Location
The temple is situated in the hamlet Maruthanarmadam. It was built in fertile agricultural land and Western side of KKS Road. A statue of 18 feet height of Load Maruthi is placed on the spire of the temple another statue of Anchaneyar of 72 feet height is erected in front of the temple and it can be seen from certain distance of the temple.
 
Founder
Sivasri .R.Sunthareswarakurukkal
 
Object
This temple was enshrined by the God Anchaneyar in order to cure ills and woes of the devotees of Jaffna District.
 
Evidence

The saint Vinasithampy expressed as oral history that the SriRama devotee penance in this area.

Photographic record of the history

 
Location
GN.Division - J/191 Inuvil West

Name of the Village - Maruthanarmadam

Special Name –Arul valar Sunthara Achcheneyar

 
Transport
By bus, private motor vehicle and bicycles. It’s within walking distance of public transport route.
 
Regulations and rules
There are no rules for tourists to visit to the people.
 
Payment

There are no payment charged.

 
Regulation
Should avoid meat and alcohol. They will be allowed at three course of ceremonial worship time which held in morning, noon, and evening. Male should not wear shirt.
 
Distance
The Aanchaneyar temple is situated in Maruthanarmadam hamlet, an agricultural land at westward direction of KKS road. The 72 feet size Anchaneyar statue is erected in front of the temple.
 
Maintenance
Temple trustee
 
Contact
President:- Sivasri.R.Sunthareswarakurukkal

Telephone No:- 0774324662

 
Festival Time
Special Days for the prayers are Saturday,Thursday,Tuesday,and the day of Mulam star which fell on December.Prayers,religions rituals and chanting of sacred Hymns.and praising the god will be held on every Saturday of the year.
 
Kathiramalai Sivan  Kovil
kathiramalai sivan
The king uklasenan ruled Kathiramalai kingdam. He founded this temple in order to express his thanks to god for holding his wedding without any hindrance

Particulars

Time of origin – 8 th centurary

 
Founder – King Ukkilasenan
 
Object
Foster and promote Saiva cult of Hindu religion and the cultural features.
 
Location

GN.Division - J/196 Chunnakam Town South

Name of the Village - kachchana vadali

Special Name

 
Transport
By bus, private motor vehicle and bicycles. It’s within walking distance of public transport route.
 
Regulations and rules
Here are no rules for tourists to visit to the people.
 
Payment
This temple is located in Vali south DS Division and 200 meter away from KKS road and situated on Eastern word.
 
Maintenance
Trustee board of the temple
 
Contact
Temple trustee

President:- N. Sarvesvarakurukkal

Telephone No:- 0777311444

 
Festival Time

There are three chariot festivals in every year held in Kathiramalai Sivan temple.One chariat festival hold in the morning in Thiruvembavai of December,and another chariot festival is held at noon in Maha Utshava time.Another chariot festival is held in the evening at the period of Ambal festival.

There are no payment is charged.

 
Regulation
Should avoid meat and alcohol. They will be allowed at three course of ceremonial worship time which held in morning, noon, and evening. Male should not wear shirt.
 
Distance
This temple is located in Vali south DS Division and 200 meter away from Kks road and situated on Eastern word.
 
Maintenance
Trustee board of the temple
 
Contact
Temple trustee

President:- N. Sarvesvarakurukkal

Telephone No:- 0777311444

 
Festival Time
There are three chariot festivals in every year held in Kathiramalai Sivan temple.One chariat festival hold in the morning in Thiruvembavai of December,and another chariot festival is held at noon in Maha Utshava time.Another chariot festival is held in the evening at the period of Ambal festival.
 
Chunnakam Santhirasegarappilllaiyar  Kovil
santhirasekara pillayar
Vinayagar epic has staged in this temple by Varatha  panditar.The Saint Thavamani Sellachchiammaiar  praised and worshiped the god Viayagar.The devotes of Saiva cult lived in the land called “Thoppu Vallava” at Iyannar kovil road. This land is a good fertile cultivating land.They cultivated cucumber creeper on the land. One day they found statue of Pilliyar among the crops at the time of watering the plants.
 
They are overwhelmed with devotion and decided to build a temple to God Vinayagar. This is the way the old legend describe the origin of the temple.
 
Particulars

Time of origin – 400 year ago

Founder – The people of the Village

 
Object
Foster and promote Saiva cult of Hindu religion and the cultural features.
 
Evidence
Photographic record of the history
 
Location

GN.Division - J/198  Chunnakam  Town Centre

Name of the Village – Iyanar kovilady

 
Transport
By bus, private motor vehicle and bicycles. It’s within walking distance of public transport route.
 
Regulations and rules
There are no rules for tourists to visit to the people.
 
Payment
There are no payment is charged.
 
Regulation
Should avoid meat and alcohol. They will be allowed at three course of ceremonial worship time which held in morning, noon, and evening. Male should not wear shirt.
 
Distance
The temple is situated in Vali South DS.Division.We can go to the temple by  walking along the Kks road for 200 metres from chunnakam Junction and turn to Iyanar  road and walking 2 km to reach the temple.
 
Maintenance
Trustee board of the temple
 
Contact

President:- M.Koneswaran

Telephone No:- 021 224 2262

 

Festival Time

The festivals come on April month and it concluded on full moon day of April.The Poonkavanam festival held on next day. The day of “star Sathaya” in month of June, Sathurthy, Thiruvembavai, and  light festival in November are celebrated as special days.
 
Kantharodai Archeological site
kantharodai
Evidence
Gazette number 1739, date on 30.12.2011
 
This place represents the evolution of life and characteristic feature of the existence of civilization.
 
Particulars
 

Time of origin – Stone Age

Founder - The people of the Village

   
Object  
Used as graveyard buried the dead in jug mode of pottery  
   
Photographic record of the history
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Location

GN.Division - J/200 Kantharodai

Name of the Village – Kudarai

Special Name –Kathurugoda Archeological site

 
Transport
By bus, private motor  vehicle and bicycles. It’s within walking distance of public transport route.
 
Regulations and rules
There are no rules for tourists to visit to the people.
 
Payment
There are no payment is charged.
 
Regulation
Visit from morning to evening
 
Distance
This site is situated invali south division .one should travel 2 km Westward from Chunnakam junction and travel along Tamil kandiah  Vidyala road to around  ¾ km to get this place.
 
Maintenance
Archeological Department
 
Contact

Designation:- Secretary

Telephone No:- 0112695255

Mail Address:- www.archaeology.gov.lk

 
 
Valikamam west (Chankanai)

Valikamam west (Chankanai)

 

Church(Dutch Period)

 
Evidence of Dutch Period architecture
 
Nature of the place
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
 
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

 
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

 
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

 
Location
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
   
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
 
 

Thiruvadinilai

   
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)

Valikamam East (Kopay)

Nilavarai well
   
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
Period
A.C.1824
 
Location
Nilavarai, puttur
 
Purpose for used
Pure water was seen in upper surface of a well.
 
It seems undroughtable
 
Historic photograph

 
Location

Grama Niladhari,s Division – J/275

Name of a Village - Navatkiri

Special  Name - Nilavarai

 
Transport
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
 
Contact

Chairman/Secretary Vali East Pradeshiya Saba

Tel.No – 021 205 8866

 
Special Day /Period
Always
 
 
Herbal Garden
 
Herbal used for treatment and followed practices which based on ideas of saints.
 
Location
Navtkiri ,Puttur
 
Used by
Village People
 
Historic Photograph
   
Location  
Grama Niladhari,s Division – J/275
 
Transport
by foot,Motor Bike
   
Regulation  
Department of Provincial Indigeneous Medicine,Northern Province
 
Special Rules
Liquor and Non-veg are not allowed
 
Distance
Point Pedro road Distance from Puttur-; 3KM
 
Maintenance
Department of Provincial Indigeneous Medicine
 
Contact

Department of Provincial Indigeneous Medicine,Jaffna;.

Tel.No – 021 222 2278

 
Special day/Period
Morning 8.30 - 4.15 office hours
 
 
Pokkana Spring
   
Pokkana undrought spring is the place where Raman dug to drink water in urelu.
 
Nature of a Place
Period
The Period when Raman came to Srilanka.
 
Location
Urelu, Chunnakam
 
Purpose to use
Pure water
 
Location

Grama Niladhari,s Division – J/267

Village,s Name – Urelu West

Special Name - Yamma

 
Transport
By foot, Motor bike
 
Regulation

*Now it is maintained by National Water Supply Authority Board.

*Water Supply.

 
Special Rules
Liquor,Non Veg are not permitted
 
Distance
From Palaly Road 300m
 
Maintenance
National Water Supply Authority Board
 
Contact

National Water Supply Authority Board

Tel.No – 0212223742

 
Special Day / Period
Always
 
 

Akkarai Beach

   
It is Beautiful Beach which is situated in Atchuveli
 
Nature of a place
Tourist Beach
 
Historic Photograph

 
Location

Grama Niladhari,s Division – J/283

Village,s Name: - Atchuveli

Special Name:- Akkarai Beach

 
Transport
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

 
Place
Kopay Centre
Church which beyond a century
 
Nature of a place
Ancient Church
 
Location

Grama Niladhari,s Division – J/261

Name of a Village; - Kopay Centre

 
Transport
By Bus because it,s situated in a point Pedro main road
 
Distance
It's situated in 300 m distance from Kopay junction ( Jaffna route)
 
Maintenance
Church Council


Atchchuveli  Deutch  Fort

 
Place

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.

 
Nature of a place
It's Dutch period Fort and It,s believed that has a tunnel
 
Period
D.C 1606
 
Location
Atchchuveli
Thenmaradchi

Thenmaradchi

Katchai Harbour

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

Characteristics of the Place

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.

 

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

 
Location
It locates between Palavi area, Kachchai harbour and Punkadi area at T324 Gramaniladhari Division
   
Transport
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

 
This Island is a natural feature of Kachchai natural harbour. It is located certain distance away from harbour.
 
Characteristic
This island is no longer inhabited. People goes on a trip to this Island
 
Evidence
A hindu temple is located here. Public goes to this temple to celebrate Pongal festival and prayer in the month of July
 
Location
It is surrounded by the sea located 1.5km away from Katchai harbour in J324 Gramanildhari Division.
 
Transport
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

Delft

Building with Pigeon cage and remnant around it
It was build by Dutch Rulers

 
Main Characteristics
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
 
Location :-
Delft Centre J/004
 
 
Vediarasan Fort

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.
 
Main Characteristics
This fort was built by the king Vediarasan who ruled the Delft Division. This derelict building full into day
 
Location:-
Delft West, J/001
 
 
Meehaman Fort

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
 
Location:-
Delft Centre west J/004
 
 
Ancient Hindu Temple

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.
 
Main Characteristics
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
 
Location:-
Delft west J/002
 
 
Hospital of Dutch Period

 
Main Characteristics
This hospital was in Dutch period
 
Location:-
Delft central west J/003
 
 
Image of Large Foot Print

 

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.

 
Location:-
Delft west J/002
 
 
Horse Stable

 
Main Characteristics
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.
 
Location:-
Delft west J/002
 
 
Light House

 
This was built by English rulers. It is situated on the wind battered, barren Sotheastern coast of Delft.
 
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.
 
Location:-
Delft east J/002
 
 
Baobab Tree

 
Main Characteristics
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.
 
Location:-
Delft east /J003
 
 
Beaches of Delft

 
Main Characteristics

Beautiful beaches along the coast of Delft with white sand. The land form alongside the sea surrounded the Delft Island

 
Location:-
J/001- J/0006
 
 
The Banyan Tree with many aerial roots

 
Main Characteristics
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.
 
Location:-
Delft east /J003
 
 
Horses

 
 
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

 
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

 
A palmyra tree has put out many branches. This tree can be seen in “Veddakadu” village
 
Location:-
Delft South /J002
 
 
Well with Medical water

 
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.
 
Location:-
Delft east/J006
 
 
Administration office of the Dutch period

 

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

 

New building for Divisional secretariat was built and used for that purpose and this building is decided to use for administrative works
 
Location:-
Delft Centre-J/0004
 
 
Village Court

 
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.
 
Location:-
Delft Centre-J/0004
 
 
Growing Stone

 
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
 
Location:-
Delft East
 
 
St.Antony’s shrine Kachchatheevu

 
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
 
Location:-
Delft south J/002
 
Transport
The travelling by boat from Kurikadduvan part to this Island takes 4 hours and travelling from Delft takes 3 hours
Jaffna

Jaffna

 

Public Library  
library 

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.

 
Historical photos 
 his 1 his2 
             

Evidence

No

Location

Located at Main Street under the Grama Niladhari Division J/ 81

Mode of travelling

Bus, car, three wheeler

Taxations

No Regulatory measures

Silence; Permission for the visit of tourists only

Payments

No

Special control measures

Foot wears and hand bags will not be permitted; Usage of mobile phones and cameras prohibited

Distance

At Main Street 300m away from Jaffna bus stand

Maintenance

Municipal Council, Jaffna

Contact Nos

021 222 6028, 021 222 6030, 021 222 6031

Special day

Closed on Mondays and national holidays. Periodical unit will only be opened on Mondays.



Jaffna Fort
fort
 

Overview

This fort was built by Portuguese in 1619 and consequently used as protective enclosure by Dutch and Englishmen and is being preserved presently as a historical monument. This is the second largest historically important fort in Sri Lanka.

Nature

It is built in pentagonal layout using granites and corals. The trenches and, bell tower are being maintained nowadays too.




Evidence

No

Historical photo

Location

Located at Beach Road under the Grama Officer Division J/ 81 Jaffna Fort


Mode of travelling

Bus, car, three wheeler


Regulatory measures

Could be seen until 5.30pm


Taxations

No


Special control measures

No


Distance

At Pannai Road, 400m away from Jaffna bus stand


Maintenance

Department of Archaeology


Contact no

0212224125


Special day

No

 
Pannai Beach Park  
pannai beach park  

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

 Station – Naga Viharaya  
nagavihara1 nagavihara2

Overview

Naga Viharaya was built during 3rd century by Devanambiyatissa for Nagas.


Nature

Historically famous ancient Buddhist Viharaya

 

Evidence

No


Historical photos

No


Location

Located in front of Ariyakulam Pond at Stanley Road under the Grama Officer Division J/ 79 Sirampiyady


Mode of travelling

Bus, car, three wheeler


Regulatory measures

Silence should be kept


Taxations

No


Distance

At Stanly Road 100m away from Jaffna bus stand


Maintenance

Ministry of Buddha Sasana & Religious Affairs


Contact no

0771879183

 

Special day

Buddhist religious festivals

 
 Archaeological Museum  
 museum1  mus2
 

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)

 
 Historical photo  
naavalar  

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.

 

Could be seen only during office hours

 
 Kathiresan Temple (Vannai Kathirvelautha Swamy Temple)  
kathiresan temple  

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
Taxations

No
Special control measures

Wearing cultural dress
Distance

At K.K.S. Road 74 m away from Jaffna bus stand
Maintenance

Public temple; maintained by the Board of Trustees
Contact no

021222 7334
Special day

‘Thai poosam’, ‘Kanthashasdy’

 
 Vannai Vaitheeswaran Temple  
vannai vaitheeswaran  

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
Mode of travelling

Bus, car, three wheeler
Regulatory measures

Silence should be kept
Taxations

No
Special measures

Wearing cultural dress
Distance

At K.K.S. Road 950m away from Jaffna bus stand
Maintenance

Vaithilingachettiyar  (Trustee)

Special day

Annual festival occurs twice

 
 Six Pillars Choultry 
 aru kaal madam  aru kaal madam1
 

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

Nature

Choultry, well, water tank, large stones like ‘sumaithankikal’, ‘avuranchikal’ and large tree are present here

Historical photo
aru kaal madam2 aru kaal madam3
 
 

Location

Located at New Moor Street under the Grama Officer Division  J/ 88
Mode of travelling

Bus, car, three wheeler

Distance

At Manipay Road 3.5Km away from Jaffna bus stand
Maintenance

Both the Board of Trustees of Gnanavairavar Temple and Arivoli Community Centre maintain together

Note - While travelling 75m through K.K.S. Road from Jaffna bus stand “Kathiresan Temple” could be seen and subsequently by travelling 25m from that road “Sivan Temple” could be observed and by travelling 2Km through the Sivan Temple North Road and then by turning and travelling through Manipay Road “Six Pillars Choultry” could be seen

 
 
   
Karainagar

Karainagar

Karainagar Sivan Temple

 
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
   
   
Historical Photo  

 
   
Transport  
Travel along the Manipay Road- to reach Valantala Junctin and travel along new road of Karainagar (3km)  
   
Special Control  
Using Telephone, taking photograph and wearing upper garment by males and wearing footwear, caps are prohibited and avoid non vegetarian food  
   
Distance-
 
3 1/2 km from Divisional Secretariat, Karainagar  
   
Special Festival  
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  
   
   

Contact

0213215363, 0772832703

 
   
   
   
Light House- Kovalam  

 

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

 
   
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  
   
Main Characteristics  
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.  
   
Evidence-  

Archaeological evidence

Gazette No-1716 dated 22.07.2011

 
   
Location-  
Grama Niladhari Division J/41, Kovalam, Karainagar  
   
Travelling  
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  
   
Maintenance  
Archaeological department  
   
Casuarina Beach  

 
   
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.
 
   
Location  
Grama Niladhari Division, J/46, Karainagar North  
   
Transport  
Travelling along Maipay road to Ponnalai Junction and travel to Valanthala Junction. Travel western road to reach new road and 2km distance Northword.  
   
Tax  
Payment for vehicle parking  
   
Other Restriction  

Avoid swimming in roughsea

Protect coastal environment

Plastic items are strictly prohibited

Refrain from consuming alcohol and narcotic drugs

 
   
Distance  

2.5km from Divisional Secretariat

Maintenance- Pradeshiya Sabha
Nallur

Nallur

 

Manthri Manai
 manthiri manai
Manthri Manai stands majestically in Nallur and reveals us about the past history of Nallur. It is situated about 900m, north to Nallur temple and about 90m, north to Chankilliantoppu and on the left of the Point Pedro road. This is the site where the Royal administrative activities of Kings of Nallur took place earlier. To confirm the fact that there are evidences of ruins within this building attached belonging to the Kingdom of Jaffna and the architecture and the wooden structures with beautiful monuments and its designs and decorations reflect a particular art of tradition prevailed at the period.
 
  • Government Gazette No & Date 1486 2007-02-23
  • G.N division:- J/107, Nallur Rajathani
  • Distance from Nallur Kanthaswamy Kovil :- 0.9 km
Sangillian Thorana Vasal (Court Entrance)
sangili thorana
This is the only evidence still in site that has to be considered as the remaining of the Jaffna Kingdom, Nallur. It is located at a few yards towards the North from Muthirai Santhi junction. The entrance of structure has some special architectural features regarding its period of origin. Some say it is the main entrance of the Palace of King of Sangillian. But some of others say it is a monument of slavery life of Jaffna people. However it is seen as monument of the foreign dominant in Jaffna.
  • Government Gazette No & Date 1486 2007-02-23
  • G.N division:- J/109, Sangilian Thoppu
  • Distance from Nallur KantThis is the only evidence still in site that has to be considered as the remaining of the Jaffna Kingdom, Nallur. It is located at a few yards towards the North from Muthirai Santhi junction. The entrance of structure has some special architectural features regarding its period of origin. Some say it is the main entrance of the Palace of King of Sangillian. But some of others say it is a monument of slavery life of Jaffna people. However it is seen as monument of the foreign dominant in Jaffna.haswamy Kovil 0.7 km

Sangillian Thoppu
sangili thoppu
This is an important evidence of the remaining of Nallur Rajadhani located in the East side of Point Pedro road in Nallur. The ruins of this belong to Portuguese parish school and Christian school of Dutch period. The buildings exist in here were built in small by woods and sand. According to the research done by Dr. P. Raguphathy some vessels made of sand belonging to the period of 10th and 13thcentuary were indentified. later in 1984 the above ruins were reconstructed and are being protected by Archeological Department at present.
 
  • Government Gazette No & Date 1739 2011-12-30
  • G.N division:- J/109, Sangilian Thoppu
  • Distance from Nallur Kanthaswamy Kovil 2.1 km
 
Yamuna Aeri
 yamuna aeri
Yamuna Aeri is considered as one of the significant remaining of Nallur Kingdom and it is situated to East of stone entrance of Changillian Toppu and some distance for the present Christian Church. It is said the former Kings built underground tunnel at this pond for their defense. It is said one of such tunnels was connected to “Manthiri Manai”. There is no wonder that the former Kings of Jaffna built tunnels for their defense as they did not have any natural defense in their region. The discovery of the bricks, decorated pillars made of lime stone and Potteries around this area are suggesting that there might have been a building complex in and around of this area in the past.
 
  • Government Gazette No & Date 9886 1948-07-16
  • G.N division:- J/109, Sangilian Thoppu
  • Distance from Nallur Kanthaswamy Kovil -1.9 km
Valikamam North (Tellippalai)

Valikamam North (Tellippalai)

Maviddapuram  Sri Kanthasamy Temple

 
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.
 
Nature of the place/Thing
Temple was built during the rule of Chola king called Ukkira cholan in the century of 7 a.c
 
Evidence
Declared as an archeological site
 

Gazette No. - 1739

Date - 2011.12.30

 
Location
J/230, Maviddapuram
 
Access
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”
 
Contact
Telephone - 0213210344, 07783025173
 
Special days
Annual High festival -25 days, Khrthikai Thiruvila, monthly special pooja, weekly special pooja, on Tuesday and Friday.
 
 
Sri Nahulambiga sametha Sri Nahulleswarar Suwami Temple

 
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
 
Nature of the place/Thing
This Temple was worshiped by the” Aathichola” Kings named “Musukunthan” , “Nalan” and Aruchchunan. This temple has the specialist of “Theertha” , “Thala” and “Yatra”.
 
Evidence
Declared as an archeological site
 

Gazette No. - 1739

Date - 2011.12.30

 
Location
J/226, Nahuleswaram, Keerimalai.
 
Access
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
 
Distance
nearly 7km distance from Divisional Secretariat, Tellippalai.
 
Maintenance
Sivasiri.K.Nahuleswarak kurukkal,

“Aatheenakartha” and Chief priest of

Nahuleswaram, Keerimalai.

 
Contact
Telephone - 060221440
 
Special days
“Aadi Amavasai”, “Mahasivarathri”, Annual High festival, Tuesdays and Fridays.
 
 

Keerimalai Keni

 
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.
 
Location
J/226, Nahuleswaram, Keerimalai
 
Access
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.
 
Distance
nearly 7km distance from Divisional Secretariat, Tellippalai
 
Maintenance
Vali North, Pradesia Saba
 
Contact
Telephone - 021 321 2317
 
Special days
“Aadi Amavasai” and “Theertha Utsavam”
Valikamam Southwest(Sandilipay)

Valikamam Southwest(Sandilipay)

Dambakola Patuna / Sambilthurai
   
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
 

Maruthappuraveekavalli stepdown

Used as fishing harbor by the fishermen

Sambilthurai and Dambakola patuna are significance

 

 

Features of place and thing

   

Evidence

Gazettee No – 1486

Published date – 23.02.2007

 
Historical Photograph
   
Location

Grama Niladhari division – J/152

Name of the village - Mathagal west

 
The way to go
Divisional secretariat Sandilipay à Pandatharippu Junction -> Mathagalà Sea side road à Sampilthurai
 
Rules and Regulations
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
 
Distance

From Sandilipay Divisional Secretariat to pandatharippu Junction - 3 Km

pandatharippu Junction to Mathagal shore - 5Km

Mathagal shore to Dambakola patuna .07 Km

 
Special Restraint
Is considered as a religious place by tourists therefore the do not take alcohol or non vegetables with them
 
Taxes
Mathagal Samilthurai is considered as a tourist and religious place . Therefore no taxes are collected from visitors
 

Seerani Nagapoosani Amman Kovil

   
Location
Jaffna-Manipay-Karainagar Rd, Sandilipay
Pointpedro

Pointpedro

Thondaimanaru Selvasannithy Murugan Temple

 
Concise Account
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.
 
Charactor  of Place/ Thing
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.
 
Location
J 383, Thondiamanaru South
 
Access Path
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.
 
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.
 
 
Shri Vallipura Aalwar Temple
 
Concise Account
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
 
Location
J 383, Thondiamanaru South.
 
Access Path
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.
 
 
Branched Palmyrah
 
Concise Account

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”.

 

 
Character   of  Place/ Thing
This is a variety of palmyrah trees and attracts the people by its branches
 
Location
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.
 
 
Light House
 
Concise Account
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.
 
Character   of  Place/ Thing
light house building.
 
Location
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)
 
Concise Account
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.
 
Character   of  Place/ Thing
wayfarers to take rest.

Location
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.
 
Regulation 
Sacred  area and the procedures adopted for heritage site to be followed by the visitors.
 
Fee/Charges
No any Special levy
 
 
Oorani Spring

   
Concise Account
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
 
Location
J /393, Polikandy West.
 
Access Path
Special arrangement not required as it located along 751 bus route at the front of Oorani Hospital.
 
Regulation
Heritage asset Good to follow security measures.
 
Fee/Charges
Not up to now.
 
 
Mandapakkadu Cave

 
Concise Account
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.
 
Location
J /385, kerudavil South
 
Access Path
Along Thondaimanaru Kerudavil Road(3KM) by private Vehicles.
 
Regulation 
Heritage asset, Good to follow general security measures.
 
Fee/Charges
Not up to now.
Island North (Kayts)

Island North (Kayts)

Hammenhiel Fort

 
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.
 
Evidence
This port was declared in protected, Archaeological site by the Ministry. National Heritage by the Gazette dated 17.11.2006 and 23.02.2007.
 
Location
Kayts - J-49
 
Transport
Boat
 
Regulation
Permission of Navy to visit the location
 
Distance
One nautical mile from the coast
 
Maintenance
Sri Lankan Navy
 
Contact
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.
 
Main features
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.
 
Location
J/50-Paruthiadaippu
 
Tax
No Tax levy
 
Distance
5km from Kayts
 
Contact
Divisional Secretariat, Kayts
 
 

Harbour

 
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.
 
Main features
The ferry service from Karainagar to Kayts is held at this harbour.
 
Location
J/49-Kayts
 
Transport
Motor vehicle
 
Tax Levy
No
 
Distance
100 metres away from the Kayts town
 
Contact
District Secretariat, Kayts
 
 

St.James Church

 
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.
 
Main features
This church is unique for its old history and archaeological structure. The festival is conducted by the devotees at the temple annually.
 
Evidence
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

 
This temple is situated in Analaitivu of Jaffna Peninsula. This temple is older for more than 350 years.
 
Main features
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
 
Evidence
This temple is registered at Department of Hindu cultural Affairs
 
Location
J/37-Analai Division
 
Transport
Bus-Boat service
 
Distance
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
 
 

Puliantivu Nageswaran Temple

 
Nageswaram temple is located at Puliantivu in Analitivu. Nobody knows the origin or the history of the temple.
 
Main features
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
 
Transport

Bus-Boat service

Buses are available in Kannakai Ammam Port of Kayts
 
Distance
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)

Island South(Velanai)

 

Sithathi Matha Temple

 

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.

 
Main Features
Archaeological evidence
 
Location
Velanai Northeast, J/13
 
Mode of Transport
Government Transport and Private Transport facilities are available
 
Regulations

Using telephone is prohibited inside the temple .

Parish Priest is responsible for the administration of the temple and controlling the activities.

 
Tax
Levied
 
Other rules

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

 
Distance
12 km distance from Jaffna
 
 
Maintenance
Missionary
 
Contact
Temple Administration
 
Festivity
Annual Festival-month of September
 
 

Saati Seaside

 
 
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)
 
Main Features

Natural beauty of the scenery

Tourist visit from local area and abroad to spend their holidays and to admire the beauty of the nature.

 
Location
Northeast of Velanai J/113
 

 
Transport
Government buses and private vehicles are available
 
Tax Levy

Parking charges for vehicles

Charges for boating (Private sector)

 
Distance

12 km away from Jaffna

2 km away from Mankumpan pillayar Temple

 
Maintenance
Pradesiya saba Velanai
 
Contact
Pradesiya saba Velanai
 
 

Lighthouse

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.
 
Location

Punguduthivu East and west J/25

Kannagipura Village, Korean Light House

 
Transport
Public and private transport
 
Rules

Keep the environment clean

Respect the culture and tradition of the people of the area

Abstain from consuming alcohol and other bad habits

 
Distance
1km from Punguduthivu Amman Temple
 
 

 
Maintenance
Divisional Secretariat, Velanai
 
 

Baobab Tree

 
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.
 

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

 
Location

Northeast of Punguduthivu - J/32

It is situated within 30km from this coast.

 
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.
 

 

Nainativu Raja Mahaviharai

 
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
 
Location
Ninathivu North J/34

 
Rules
Tourist can visit any time
 
Transport
Take local bus or private vehicles heading to Kurikadduvan from Jaffna and then take a short ferry to Nainativu Island
 
Other rules
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
 
Special Days

 

Vaikasi Visakam (The full mood day of the month May)
 
 

Nainativu Nagapooshani Amman Temple

 
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
 
Location
Ninathivu North J/34  Manipallavam, Manitheevu, Nagadivu
 

 
Rules
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
 
Other rules

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
 
Maintenance
The temple Administration
 
Contact
The temple Administration
 
Special Days
Thaipoosam, Aadipooram, Kandasaddy, Ketharagowry Fasting, Varaluxmi Fasting, Thiruvembavai and other annual festival seasons.
Karaveddy

Karaveddy

Mayakkai tank Ancient cave

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

 

Stone pillar and ancient tank of Pillayar temple of Madathuvasal Nelliyady East.

 

Place of religious significance Pillayar temple of Madathuvasal Ancient Stone Pillar Tank

   
   
Veerapathirar Temple - Udupiddy South

The circular numbered 1639 dated 30.12.2011  says these are protected by the land.

 

KapathuAnthanan Thidal- Birds Sanctuary

This land is green with the growth of vegetation and resting and breeding area of birds in season.
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