Nagapooshani Amman Temple
Jaffna, Sri Lanka • 
Underrated
Underrated
Best months to visit
Apr, Jun, Jul
20°C – 24°C, warm weather with occasional rainfall, high crowds, peak season
20°C – 24°C, warm weather with occasional rainfall, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Temple requires walking and navigating stairs; limited accessibility.
Temple requires walking and navigating stairs; limited accessibility.
Value for money
High
Free entry, ferry cost low, spiritual experience priceless.
Free entry, ferry cost low, spiritual experience priceless.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Spiritual Serenity
Couples found the temple's ambiance perfect for a peaceful, reflective experience.
Beautiful Architecture
The Dravidian architecture, especially the gopurams, was breathtaking for couples.
Island Getaway
The ferry ride and island setting offered a unique, romantic escape for couples.
Ferry Crowds
Couples noted the ferry could be crowded, potentially impacting the romantic mood.
Basic Amenities
Limited amenities on the island meant couples needed to plan and pack accordingly.
Dress Code
The strict dress code, especially for men, was inconvenient for some couples.
How to book
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Hours of operation
Monday
6:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Tuesday
6:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Wednesday
6:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Thursday
6:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Friday
6:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Saturday
6:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Sunday
6:30 AM - 12:30 PM
When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
December
HIGH
23-28°C
December marks the end of the monsoon season, with decreasing rainfall and cooler temperatures averaging 25.5°C.
December marks the end of the monsoon season, with decreasing rainfall and cooler temperatures averaging 25.5°C.
Open
Temple operates as usual, but expect larger crowds and higher accommodation prices.
Temple operates as usual, but expect larger crowds and higher accommodation prices.
Recommended
December offers favorable weather for visiting the temple, but be prepared for increased crowds and higher prices due to the peak tourist season.
December offers favorable weather for visiting the temple, but be prepared for increased crowds and higher prices due to the peak tourist season.
January
LOW
16-20°C
Cool and dry weather with minimal rainfall.
Cool and dry weather with minimal rainfall.
Open
No significant restrictions.
No significant restrictions.
Recommended
January offers cool and dry weather, making it an ideal time to visit the Nagapooshani Amman Temple with fewer crowds and comfortable conditions.
January offers cool and dry weather, making it an ideal time to visit the Nagapooshani Amman Temple with fewer crowds and comfortable conditions.
February
LOW
16-20°C
Cool and dry weather with minimal rainfall.
Cool and dry weather with minimal rainfall.
Open
No significant restrictions.
No significant restrictions.
Recommended
February continues to offer cool and dry weather, making it an excellent time to visit the temple with fewer crowds and comfortable conditions.
February continues to offer cool and dry weather, making it an excellent time to visit the temple with fewer crowds and comfortable conditions.
March
MEDIUM
20-24°C
Warm and dry weather with minimal rainfall.
Warm and dry weather with minimal rainfall.
Open
No significant restrictions.
No significant restrictions.
Recommended
March offers warm and dry weather, with moderate tourist activity, making it a good time to visit the temple.
March offers warm and dry weather, with moderate tourist activity, making it a good time to visit the temple.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
From Jaffna, take the local bus (Route 776) from the Jaffna bus stand to Kurikadduwan Jetty.
Taxi
Recommended
Hire a taxi from Jaffna to Kurikadduwan Jetty.
Train
Recommended
From Colombo Fort station, take a train to Jaffna.
Boat
Regular boat services operate from Kurikadduwan Jetty to Nainativu Island.
Car
Drive from Jaffna to Kurikadduwan Jetty, parking available. Follow Jaffna-Pannai-Kayts Road and Valukkairaru-Punkudutivu-Kurikadduwan Road.
Ferry
Take a ferry from Kurikadduwan Jetty to Nainativu Island. Ferries depart frequently, with the last boat around 6:00 PM.
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required