Landmark · Jaffna
Jaffna Public Library
The white library, burned in 1981 with tens of thousands of books and rebuilt in its original style, a powerful symbol for the city.
- Best season
- February to September. October to December brings the north-east monsoon rains.
- Time to allow
- 30 min (at least 20 min)
- Best time of day
- Morning
- Entry
- Fee charged (to confirm)
- What to wear
- Everyday clothes. Sun hat and sunscreen help.
- Good for
- Easy going, families
Visitors are usually allowed in outside busy hours; confirm at the door.