Jaffna Archaeological Museum
Jaffna Archaeological Museum
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Hassan A
7 contributions
Oct 2023 • Family
A unique insight into life in Ceylon(emphasis on Northern Province) in the olden days. Old carvings and sculptures, antiques and collectibles are all stored on display. No fees required, you are able to donate to the Dept of Archaeology however.
The setting is inside an olden style traditionally designed family home, which is nostalgic, but the ventilation is very low. Photography not allowed
The setting is inside an olden style traditionally designed family home, which is nostalgic, but the ventilation is very low. Photography not allowed
Written October 8, 2023
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Thilamani H
Conder, Australia95 contributions
Dec 2019 • Couples
My first visit but my partner had been here as kid when on Main street. Apparently the older exhibits pre AD 10 are not shown any longer!! Could somebody not have had photos of these?
Also a reasonable request not to take photos ,but in that case sell post cards and a simple photocopied commentary. Sadly neglected.
Also a reasonable request not to take photos ,but in that case sell post cards and a simple photocopied commentary. Sadly neglected.
Written January 9, 2020
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Natraj S
Jaffna, Sri Lanka61 contributions
Dec 2015 • Friends
Condition of the museum is on the verge of "destruction" and interior lighting and ventilation feels like in a mountain cave. Only one lady officer provide English explanation or answer to questions. Should the government will pay attention to the status of this important place?
Written March 5, 2016
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Jane R
Melbourne, Australia92 contributions
Apr 2019 • Couples
A hidden away museum but with some interesting exhibits including coins from the 1200s. There is a donation box at the end, the ‘guide’ took the money from my husband’s hand and pushed the note in the rear section where we were unable to tell if it actually went into the donation box.
Written April 5, 2019
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Nilufer D
13 contributions
Jan 2019 • Family
A very small facility, but very interesting to walk around. Our "guide" was helpful. All in all I think it is worth a visit.
Written January 21, 2019
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Harsha P
Colombo, Sri Lanka1,781 contributions
Oct 2017 • Friends
No cameras / photographs / video permitted inside. No leaflets or books on Jaffna history. The staff are not educated on the subjects and dumb when questioned on Jaffna history. Although there is no entrance fee, the staff at the door point towards a till when exiting and block you until you drop in at least 1 yellow note. Disgusting attitude by the administrators.
Written November 19, 2017
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vhmbs
Colombo, Sri Lanka3 contributions
May 2017 • Family
There are a lot of things that talk of the history. You need to visit this place to see the collection. Need a lot of work in the field of preservation. The museum building is in a terrible state. The roof is leaking to the artifacts.
Written July 29, 2017
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Manori W
Colombo, Sri Lanka149 contributions
Jul 2017 • Business
This place is a hidden gem if you are interested in history and archaeology. Its also a good place to get out of the hot mid-day sun!
The collection is eclectic and not very well displayed. But there is a very friendly staff person who shows you around and while she does rather rush you through the different sections, you can also ask her to slow down and allow you to linger (we asked and she complied).
There are many interesting artefacts and also some very random ones (boomerangs from australia, polynesian knick-knacks!) so keep your expectations low and you will have fun!
The collection is eclectic and not very well displayed. But there is a very friendly staff person who shows you around and while she does rather rush you through the different sections, you can also ask her to slow down and allow you to linger (we asked and she complied).
There are many interesting artefacts and also some very random ones (boomerangs from australia, polynesian knick-knacks!) so keep your expectations low and you will have fun!
Written July 13, 2017
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Sparkmel
Melbourne, Australia26 contributions
Jan 2017 • Family
This museum is tucked away on a side street and looks run down but is well worth the visit. Lots of ancient interesting artefacts that give a great insight into the history and culture of this area of the Sri Lanka. The guide at the museum was very helpful. Highly recommend a visit!
Written January 21, 2017
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macedonboy
Glasgow, UK179,496 contributions
Nov 2015 • Solo
This is one of the worst museums I've ever visited. Just a collection or artefacts with a perfunctory label and absolutely no descriptions anywhere in the museum. There's a free guide of sorts, where you get lots of useless information like, statue, sword, box etc.
Written November 30, 2015
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Jaffna Archaeological Museum's entrance fee is free. If you want to give donation, must put into the donation box yourself (near the exit way in the museum). Please do not give money to any staff or any guides. We heard some guides who came from outside, they asked money for museum but They don't put into the donation box. They took away those money themself. That donation box's money putting method is different. Some of the visitors don't know, how to put and push the money into the box. Museum staff help or guide them how to put money into the box. This money send through Jaffna Assistant Director to the Director General of Archaeology, Head Office, Colombo.
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