Jaffna Market
A proper small town market full of local products, perfect for curious travelers and photographers alike. Northern spices, all sorts of Palmyrah products from honey to homeware made from the leaves, and lots of local sweets and colorful cordial drinks. Jaffna itself is the main place to visit when in the north of Sri Lanka, and seeing its market is an unmissable activity.
Local products in Jaffna © David Brewer / Flickr
Galle Fish Market
The Galle Fish Market is next to the beach right before the Galle Fort. The actual market is in front of the beach but behind it sprawls the rest of the Galle Market. This market is good for a ride by in a tuk-tuk on the way to and from Galle Fort and Unawatuna. You can see the fishermen working on their nets at any time of day on the beach in front of the market.
Fresh fish at the Galle Fish Market © Dan Lundberg / Flickr
Kandy Central Market
The Kandy Central Market is as central as it sounds, right smack in the middle of Kandy town in the hill country. A daily market for the locals, there is plenty of produce, meats and fish and of course lots of spices! Kandy town is easy to walk around in, and a stop in the market is a simple addition to the stroll. Get some fresh fruit too, at the hotel.
Kandy market is always busy © Ramon / Flickr
Anuradhapura New Town Weekend Market
The ancient city of Anuradhapura is a major tourist destination for its temples and religious festivities. Anuradhapura has a “new town” on the outskirts of the ancient city. One of the greatest attractions in the new town is the Weekend Market, a fresh respite from the hot stones of the temples and hot climate of the cultural triangle. In this market you can find lots of ingredients for traditional Ayurvedic medicine.
A man selling betel leaves at a market in Anuradhapura © Adam Jones / Flickr
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