SRI LANKA | Nobody Visits This City 🇱🇰
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- Опубліковано 7 лют 2025
- Introducing you to a new city in the north part of Sri Lanka where not many people visit for several reasons. First of all, it is very far away from everything else - you need 8 hours bus ride from Colombo. Also, the area is less developed in comparison with other regions in Sri Lanka. Also north part of Sri Lanka was a hotspot for the recent civil war in the country.
Regardless of anything else I loved my time in Jaffna and made several videos to share with you! In this video I am sharing my interactions with the locals with no cuts - enjoy! Davud
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Have you ever been to Jaffna? What do you think about the first video from northern tip of Sri Lanka? 🇱🇰
Yep, I'm from jaffna bro.. Welcome to jaffna have a nice journey ❤️❤️.. Its not a restricted place bro.. But far away from Colombo that's the issue..you will have a great experience bro cheers 🙏🙏
I'm in Jaffna
I'm regularly watching your videos
Enjoy Jaffna 😍🔥
If you have time let's meet one day
I'm very eager to see you
Interesting video...
I will list a few things that are worth trying...in Jaffna - 'Rio' Icecream, 'Palm drink' called (Nungu) is like king coconut that you had in the market and visit Nallur Kovil, Jaffna Library, Jaffna fort if possible visit Casuarina Beach.....
I'm from Colombo. I also have visited jaffna so many times. 1kg of grapes for Rs 800 is very good local price. Love you jaffna guys!
Thanks for the amazing video. I've never been to Jaffna. Sri Lanka had civil war for 33 years. Mainly in Jaffna, Trinco, Baticalo areas. So, many of the adults didn't have much time to study English in schools or get used to the language. Otherwise English is 2nd language that we have to study. Now the children can study properly in schools without any disturbance of war. Nothern people suffered a lot because of war. This video made me so happy. Thank you. I wish I can visit there too.
They are still suffering. It's not war, it's genocide.
*After 30 years of terrible war, this area is so peaceful and economically booming up. I have visited this beautiful Jaffna many times. Brilliant video mate and keep it continue !!!* 💖💐🇱🇰😊👌
Thank you so much🥰🇱🇰
No peaceful, most of army is stationed here
@@myurenj4469 army is everywhere in the any country brother. As a sinhalese I know personally that tons of love in jaffna. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
@@joinepicai please read my comment again. I said "most". Before the economic protests , how many army check points do cross a day? As a Tamil , I cross 15. At some of them I feel like I'm at customs in a foreign country. I need to justify why I need to go to the other town.
@@myurenj4469 why you care about army?
SRI LANKA Is amazing i just arrived here too and I'm loving it
Off the tourist trail 🙌 love it. The people are always so friendly. Sri Lanka ❤️🇱🇰❤️
Watching from India. Jaffana is one place I missed visiting will visit Jaffana on my next visit. All your vlogs are very interesting
Thank you so much🙌🏼😍
Davud since you said that you have extended visa before you leave you can get the experience of Sinhala and Tamil New year in Sri Lanka.
Festival period 13-14 April. It's a big festival. If you find a local you can do a great vlog regarding new year and all the preparations for the new year
Thank you so much! I keep it in mind in case I will still be here :)
People in Sri Lanka ain't celebrating it this time I guess
yes and you can get experience of new year games,its super fun,and traditional events
I have never seen a traveller like you, so down to earth and so nice to people. Wondering local markets is the best way to explore rather than staying at big hotels or going to 5 star restaurants to eat food like other foreigner traveller's do. Really great man, i really enjoy your vlogs. Lots of love from India....
It's been over 10 years since I last visited Jaffna (my one and only visit). Love the culture, atmosphere and the people there. Jaffna has the one of the best cuisines in the world. Hope you try the Jaffna crab curry, probably the best I've ever tasted in my life.
Thanks - yes correct in 1954 the great actor Sivaji ganeshan visited from India to Jaffna he tasted the crab curry even his last days he remeber the taste he propaganda about Jaffna crab curry taste but Mr. Davud can not eat hot curry
Thanks Davud you visited Jaffna. It has nice culture , good foods and good people. I am still waiting to go to Jaffna. Enjoy your stay in Srilanka.
as a Sinhalese, i would like to thank you for visiting Jaffna! also i can see lots of difference of people in Jaffna than south. greta jaffna people. you guys did not bother a foreigner like south tuk tuk drivers. one day i want to visit Jaffna too.
Thank you too for watching🙌🏼😍
The whole video it felt like I was there with you, amazing point of view, as always!!
Happy to hear that! :)
Hi Davud
I'm your new subscriber..really happy to see you in srilanka..
Hi Davud machan. Wow my home town is Jaffna. Welcome to Jaffna❤🇱🇰
Thank you!!
Don't call.. Coconut for.. King coconut.. Coconut is a daily household product used for cooking purpose..
David. You've been absolutely amazing. Hope you're still in Sri Lanka and having great time despite economic crisis in the country. Also my humble request to you is please ask your friends all across the world to visit Sri Lanka now. Its the best time for them to visit here.
Dear Davud ! Thank you for showing to the world our little country ! What a kind humane you are . Stay blessed ! ❤️
I started to watch your videos just yesterday 07/23/2024. I don't usually watch people but only for heathy items to eat and what not to eat as Im dealing with Kidney Didease currently.I came across your site. I really enjoy watching your travels as I have never been out of the US. I just learned of the Jack fruit. I have never heard of this fruit before. You are helping me understand different cultures and other foods that are out in the world. I find this all to be fascinating and educational. I also love how the children seem to follow you. Even tho there can be loud, which I agree lol. They are so precious and love the way you are so kind to them and everyone. Its been a pleasure to watch all of your videos. Its is a great way to distract from the everyday work and daily life distractions. We all can go on vacations with you lol. I cant seem to stop watching them now lol. Great job keep them coming!
Include following less travelled areas.
1. Kokkuthoduvai and beach near it ( basically noone lives there) - Mullaithivu district
2. Mannar to Jaffna through Pooneryn, sangupitti bridge ( it has amazing view on the way) - best view during winter season. Go in a private vehicle, so you can stop in the middle and explore.
3. Puttalam to Mannar through wilpathu jungle (less travelled by locals too). You can spot a few wild animals on the way.
4. Thalai Mannar beach areas
5. Eastern coast villages between Trincomalee and batticalo. Different vibes
Bro...lot of tourist visit Northern Srilanka. It's true that it is a less developed city as it faced civil war and political issue. But, all Srilankan local mentality r same...Nice, peace and helpful
Your videos are very interesting, doing a great job! Good luck!
These days I see my country with your eyes.
Really amazing videos.
Thanks so much brother.
From Japan.
I am also not visited to jaffna.nice to see our Tamil people and their culture.❤️❤️❤️🇱🇰🇱🇰🇱🇰
Hello brother, it would be much easier to find coconut juice by calling them "King Coconut" or in sinhala "thabili" because in Sri Lanka Coconut we usually called are used for cooking, which does not have much juice and its a different type of coconut.
I think you should try 'Rio' Ice Cream which is famous in Jaffna and so tasty.
Hope you enjoy Jaffana and Stay Safe. Much Love from 🇱🇰 ☮️
Thank you very much 🥰❤️❤️ Davud
Congratulations davud for 40k subs.i remember when you came to sri lanka you had only 28 k..happy to see you growing .super vlog too
Welcome Davud. Enjoy your visit to Jaffna.
Glad to see you went up North! I'm headed to Jaffna to see my family in April from Canada. It's nice to see how it looks after so long! Thank you!
Side note: The guy who suggested you buy wine, said you were a good guy for not buying it lol
Try the Rio Ice Cream when you're there. Check out Trinco if possible.
there are also trains to n from Colombo which are more convenient n comfortable.
Enjoy your stay in Jaffna n Sri lanka.
Thank you for Visiting Jaffna.
I have never been but have hundreds of friends from that part of the country.
Some of the most amazing people on the planet.
No words to say about your kindness brother ..
May god bless you for helping these innocent people .. ❤👏👍
JAFFNA IS SO PRODUCTIVE. THE PEOPLE SO HARD WORKING, TO CULTIVATE AND GET THIS KIND OF PRODUCE... SO GOOD
I visited Jaffna in Feb 2022. Very different to Colombo. I was interested in the history of the tragic civil war and wanted to visit some significant sites, eg Hindu Temple, Jaffna Library (closed because of Covid) and the damaged Portuguese Fort. The centre, though fascinating, was noticeably more run down than centres I saw in other parts of Sri Lanka. There is still catching up to do. Many cows wandering the road, lots of Hindu temples (as well as a scattering of other religions) and some nice (if neglected) beaches on the peninsula. People hospitable, like all Sri Lankans. I went by train which took 6.5 hours but I'm glad I made the effort.
In Jaffna, you don't find many foreigners. That's why English is not commonly spoken or understood among the local vendors. Jaffna hasn't seen development since the 1970s up until 2009 because of the bloody civil war. Very beautiful, friendly, and proud people. I think things will get better in the future.
I hope so! Loved my time there🙌🏼🙏🏼
Not many people speak or understand English there.
@@janerosairo4524 yeah but i've seen that they have better education facilities than us
I was left alone at the bus station for a little while; this attracted attention because there were not many European tourists about.
Why they are proud?
Hi we really enjoy watching your videos you made from Sri Lanka. We are from Canada and if you get a chance you should visit Trincomalee in Sri Lanka. Good luck on all your adventures.
You made a right decision by heading to uper north ...fantastic ...also head in to Umandawa buddhist temple , meemure village , knuckles , eastcoast etc..wont go wrong ..plenty of stuff out there for vloggers ...cheers mate
Great Davud machan❤🇱🇰👌
I am watching all your old and new videos it is very nice 🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳❤️
That palmarah sweet its good for health.its not made in sugar.its made full of palmarah tree syrup.even diabetes patients also eat this.its sweet but not harm 🥰
Bro u have great heart ❤ u bro showed me real sri lanka 🇱🇰
UA-cam suggested this video, I'm glad to subscribe... You're nice guy!
I'm also a vlogger from Sicily😁
Such a so humble person you davud I love your blog and I lv u too bro I'm from India
I've never been to Jaffna . One day I'll go like you.Tamil people are very humble & honest..I love them.Davud , Grapes are little expensive in southern these days.That price is good...
Thank you for letting me know🙌🏼🙏🏼🙂
Jaffna people can speak English to a good extent unlike you mentioned. One of the most literate societies. Please don't judge Jaffna by visiting a small market
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His opinion is based on his experience why you take it too personal
good to see you brother. love the show
Palmyra Jaggary is one of the specialities of Jaffna. The best u will get in there only. It’s making from Palmyra Tree, we also call it Palm. You will find soo much of Palmyra trees only in Jaffna. Other cities too but it’s very special in Jaffna. I’m a Sri Lankan. I visited Azerbaijan and Georgia, while I was working in UAE. But never been to Jaffna. It’s very interesting. It’s very happy to see tourists there and normal daily life after 30 yrs of civil war. We watch ur all vlogs. Thank you for taking our culture to world.
Tyyyy for visiting my beloved Jaffna. I also live abroad and don’t go back often but it has a very special place in my heart🥺
Please visit Eastern province( Batticaloa,Trincomalee)..Not many tourists are there..Btw very beautiful with beaches, landscapes etc... It's closer to Jaffna in comparison to Colombo..💙
Do not visit if you, your family member or friend LGBTIQ Gay as this East is more like muslim. Bit of extreamist there. Better to stay on regular Sri Lankan side West, South, Central and North Central as mkat of them are not so religious etc.
Thank you for visiting Jaffna. You will enjoy a very pleasant culture which is different from the south ! Love from Colombo 😍
Hi bro happy to see you are in Jaffna, thanks for visiting my city!!!!
Davud, all the best 👍 God bless you brother 🙏🙏🙏
You are a handsome, young good visitor. You are visiting different places enjoying with other people too. Really I enjoy your videos very much.
hi Davud iam ur new subscriber but see all of ur videos it's amazing.. also iam from srilankha. keep going brother god with u .. love ❤ from srilankha..
Love your video you are so kind heart srilankai people look so kind God bless you you are a very kind person always giving extra money be safe
Thank you for visiting this part of Sri Lanka. Jaffna is often ignored by many tourists. It may not be the most scenic part of the country but it exposes you to the great tamil culture.
While you're there make sure you visit the famous temples and check out the historic sites.
Also keep in mind the people from this part of the country have experienced the worst of the war. So be extra kind to them (I know i don't need to remind you that) lol
Ps. Make sure to visit Rio ice-cream near Nallur temple.
The Hindu temple is awesome. Important to visit the Fort if you want to try to understand the brutality suffered by Tamils during the Civil War. Take a walk around and you can still see abandoned, pock marked buildings which were abandoned by fleeing residents.
The small cube-shaped food you tried in Jaffna is made from palm trees. It is called a Pannankatti.
Great coverage 🙏🙏🙏🙏
24:03 he is saying to buy bottle of oil to the vendor. Because it Jack fruit is usually sticky. So you need to put oil in the knife/ blade before cutting.
Absolutely amazing vlog dr davud 👏👏👏👍👍🍺🍺 that enjoyed
You are amazing mr. Davud thanks for you vist ද my contery ශ්රීලංකා 🙏🙏🙏🙏❤❤
At 14.30 it is made out of palmyra palm tree natural sugar. Used to make other sweets instead of using refine white sugar. At 19:04 it the root of young palmyra palm tree.
Jaffna is a best place to travel...♥️
TKNR:THANKS FOR VISITING JAFFNA IN THE NORTHERN PROVINCE.GOOD OF YOU.
Nice place in Sri Lanka Davud . Thank you so much Davud . 🇳🇵
Wow Wow You came to Jaffna Try Rio Ice Cream in Jaffna 🥰
I am addicted to your videos. Keep up the great work Davud. Sri Lanka should offer you citizenship.
Awesome Jaffna .my lovely city ... still I love this all my memory.... civil war we all put down 100th years....❤.... thanks duvad
Always a pleasure to watch Davud!
jafna is famous for palm (Palmyra) surger, boiled and dried palm roots, and also fresh grapes and palm wine
Brother I’m watching your videos from UK , Welcome to Jaffna and thank you for your friendly approach with that fruit seller ❤️
22.07 Ripe jack fruits are considered fruits.
The un ripe ones are considered a vegetable which is used for cooking.
The Younger Jack fruit are very tasty and looks exactly like chicken when cooked.
Ah, ok. I was wondering why would they put a sweet fruit inside a curry (I see jackfruit curry on vegan menus in the uk). But you explained why. Thanks.
Oh my god i can't believe you visited my town city but just before somedays ok i started to watched .you can try lot of jaffna traditional food it is very delicious and different taste too. Like a seafood kul and some seafood curry
Welcome to my home town
Very happy to receive you in my town
Best videos. Dauvd sir. Excellent
Congratulations Davud, dor for reaching 40k, your work is indeed being appreciated. Keep up the good work and look forward to more "goodies" from you 😊
great vlog Davud 👍👍
Indians in SA love ur vlogs.keep it up .bless u .wait daily for new vlogs
Beautiful Jaffna nice watching your video God bless from India
Thank you for helping north people 🙏
*Jaffna people very Good in study* they’re very clever and intelligent and kind too☺️ civil war ended almost 1decade but the government still didn’t develop the Tamil areas which is unfair!! BTW nice vlog🥰
I found something very interesting in this episode,when the young vendor from market gifted him the sweets and he asked what are they called,the word sounds exactly like the word “palmera” in Spanish wich means “palm tree” I had to rewind 3 times to make sure,yes it sounds exactly the same🙂every day we learn something.
Palmyrah. Its the name of the tree. A type of a palm tree. Which grows extensively in nothern part of sri lanka. The jaggery he offered davud is made from the sap of the tree.
Nice... supper interesting.. next you go ratnapura... there are more waterfalls, rivers,tank ,gems 💎 , and animals like elephants.. come and visit... welcome to ratnapura !!!!
The video clip is very beautiful and worth watching. Just a few things to say about the sweet and fruit that you’ve been looking at in the Jaffna market. The palm leaf covered sweet is called palmyrah palm jaggery which is made from palmyrah. I hope you did enjoy the jak fruit. It would be nice to experience the scenic beaches of the Eastern part of Sri Lanka, Trincomalee and Batticoloa, since you have extended your visa. The Marble beach in Trincomalee is one that you will not want to miss and the lovely Dutch Bay. I’m sure you will enjoy spending some time in Trincomalee and Batticoloa. Wish you all the best for your wonderful tour in Sri Lanka.
Hey davud thank u for another great video ❤️ I'm leaving this comment right now and when I see ur account again it will be 40k for sure❤️❤️❤️
👍❤❤ Nice keep going brother 👍🏻
TKNR.THANKS FOR VISITING JAFFNA TOWNSHIP AND IT'S MARKET.
Jaffna is a good city, your exploration of the city is amazing.
Hi Davud,
To get to know the sri lankas culture , you must explore to outer colombo cities,like Nugegoda,Maharagama, Homagama and Our Gemological land Ratnapura too.
Thank you for all your videos and information mashalah.
Awesome vlog 👍❤️❤️❤️❤️
TKNR.THANKS FOR VISITING MY PARENTS BIRTH PLACE JAFFNA.GREAT.
Nice vlog thanks for sharing I like to visit this place one day.
The friut which us right in front of u in d coconut is sweet n sour fruit highly recommended for people who bcoz type 1, type 2 diabetes. But anybody can consume it very good for health.
Brother there is a famous ice cream shop in Jaffana called "Rio ice cream". You have to try that.
Love your content 🔥🔥👍❤️
MADE IN SRI LANKA! I LOVE YOU KING DAVUD!
Thanks for doing long videos. I will not skip any vedio.
Hope you will reach 50k with Jaffna town tour videos . I have got addicted to your videos 😊
The shoe shop u entered is a Bata it's a branded products that's why it's expensive. N d shoes or filpflops last longer then other ordinary products.
Try Jaffna crab and visit Delft Island to see our only real wild ponies..also the architecture is unique walls built with real coral..also i wonder if they finished work on Jaffna cultural center...Jaffna Fort is lovely too
6:35 the 2 gentleman chillin the guy I'm blue and the other guy in white were super nice, had pretty good English and just all around seem to have a good energy about them.
I would def buy from them, I only spend money with ppl who have a good vibe and communicate with me.
I notice sometimes some vendors will just sit and stare that turns me off to purchasing from them.
But it seems like most the ppl are super friendly in this part of the country.