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Sangili Thoppu

This lone entrance arch of a colonial building, probably built by Dutch, stands along Jaffna - Point Pedro road. This is considered as important as this occupies the site of the palace of the last king of Jaffna kingdom named, Sangili. Therefore it is known as "Sangili Thoppu Valaivu" meaning "The Arch of Sangili's Garden".

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Detail of the top portion of the arch.

The view of the full Arch. It was exposed to the elements for centuries. Recently it has been covered with a temporary roof.

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Closer view of the details.


 

Last updated on 28 January 2005
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