Jaffna: Sri Lanka’s northern capital on a peninsula; long, contested history, rebuilt since 2009 after civil war; a hub for Tamil culture and resilience.
A 12-day Sri Lanka group tour, chronicled by a solo traveler, shows how organised trips now attract millennials while highlighting social dynamics, logistical hiccups, and evolving bonds with local guides. The narrative follows the writer’s shift from solo exploration to extended travel after meeting a guide, amid a backdrop of scenic sites and practical challenges.