Sri Lanka’s Jaffna City in the North has been recognized among the 25 Best Destinations to visit in 2026, listed by the leading global travel guide, Lonely Planet. This recognition comes as part of the publisher’s “Best in Travel 2026” edition, released on 21 October 2025. Ranked second on the list of destinations, Lonely Planet describes Jaffna as known for its culture, cuisine and island adventures. “Family-run homestays like the Malabar Home Stay have been reviving Jaffna as a cultural travel destination since the civil war ended in 2009. To understand Jaffna’s nuanced history, visit the restored Jaffna Public Library,…
Sri Lanka’s Jaffna named in Lonely Planet’s “25 Best Destinations to visit in 2026”
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