Point Pedro
About This Place
Point Pedro
Point Pedro is the northernmost point of Sri Lanka, located on the Jaffna Peninsula. Known for its geographical importance, it features coastal beauty and historical interest. Just 10 minutes away stands the 31-meter-tall Point Pedro Lighthouse, built in 1931 to aid maritime navigation. Though no longer functional since the 1990s, the lighthouse now serves as a coastal monument within a naval base, offering distant views against the sea and sky.
Difficulty
🧭 easy
Best Time
📅 December to March – dry season offers best visibility and pleasant coastal weather.
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Accessibility & Visitor Info
Located ~35 km from Jaffna town. The lighthouse lies within a Sri Lankan Navy base and is not open to public access. Can be viewed from a distance or nearby coastal roads.
📖 Legends & Stories
Believed to be named after a Dutch sailor who identified it as the island's northern tip. The lighthouse is now a relic of colonial maritime history, surrounded by birds like gulls and larks.
Location
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9.816700, 80.233300
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