Must-see shopping in Jaffna & the North

  • Jaffna Market

    Jaffna

    Jaffna’s colourful fruit and vegetable market is west of the bus stand, but the greater market area encompasses several bustling blocks beyond that,…

  • Zahra Tailors

    Jaffna

    Great little open-front tailor shop in the heart of the market. The talented guys here will mend clothing worn out by your touring while you wait. They…

  • Anna Coffee

    Jaffna

    Sri Lankan coffee and tea from a venerable old shop in the market district. It also produces its own line of spices and even tooth powder.

  • Art Gallery

    Jaffna

    Jaffna's first art gallery is in a striking white structure and showcases work by contemporary Sri Lankan artists.

  • Rosarian Convent

    Jaffna

    The convent makes Rosetto ‘wine’ (from Rs 300 per bottle). Sweet and laced with cinnamon and cloves, it tastes like German gluhwein. There’s also…

  • Future World

    Jaffna

    Genuine Apple devices and accessories and a service centre for repairs.