Jaffna Archaeological Museum, Archaeological museum in Nallur, Jaffna, Sri Lanka.
The museum exhibits a collection of stone, metal, and wooden artifacts representing the historical development of northern Sri Lanka through centuries.
Established in 1978 on land provided by the Arumuga Navalar Foundation, the museum houses findings from archaeological excavations at Kandarodai between 1917 and 1919.
The museum displays Buddhist and Hindu religious artifacts, including 15th-century Buddha statues and traditional musical instruments from the northern region of Sri Lanka.
Located behind Navalar Cultural Hall on Navalar Road, the museum opens daily from 8:00 AM to 4:45 PM, except for Tuesdays and public holidays.
The collection includes a 14th-century seven-mouthed musical pot and cannons from the Dutch Fort, representing different periods of Sri Lankan history.
Location: Jaffna
Inception: 1978
Website: http://archaeology.gov.lk
GPS coordinates: 9.66886,80.02426
Latest update: March 3, 2025 14:52
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