Nallur Kovil

The Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, also known as Nallur Murugan Kovil, is one of the most famous Hindu temples in Sri Lanka. Located in Jaffna, the temple is dedicated to Lord Murugan, the Hindu god of war and victory. The original temple was believed to have been built in the 10th century and later developed by the Jaffna Kingdom. During the Portuguese colonial period in the 17th century, the temple was destroyed. The present temple was rebuilt in 1734 by Ragunatha Maapaana Mudaliyar and has since become an important religious and cultural landmark for Tamil Hindus. The temple is well known for its golden tower, traditional Dravidian architecture, and the grand annual Nallur Festival, which attracts thousands of devotees and visitors from around the world.

The Sangiliyan Statue in Jaffna is a monument dedicated to King Cankili II, also known as King Sangiliyan, the last king of the Jaffna Kingdom. He is remembered for his resistance against Portuguese colonial rule during the early 17th century. The statue symbolizes Tamil pride, courage, and the rich history of the northern kingdom of Sri Lanka. Located near the old royal area in Jaffna, the monument has become an important cultural and historical landmark visited by both locals and tourists.