The first permanent European occupier of Ceylon, the Portuguese built Jaffna (Yapa Patuna) Fort and then it was captured by Dutch in 1658.
Old Dutch Fort at Jaffna c.1910, Ceylon
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Beautiful pictures.. gives us a clue of history of ceylon, the natural, unspoilt beauty.. just lovely..thanks for having these pics for public viewing..