Exhibition on Jaffna culture and history

The Arts Faculty of the University of Jaffna has organised an exhibition and seminar from September 24-27 to showcase the historical and cultural richness of the ancient Jaffna peninsula.

"This exhibition is designed to showcase ancient artefacts and tell the history of the people of Jaffna," said Jaffna University Professors S. Pathmanathan, N. Gnakumaran and P. Pushparatnam.

It will tell their "story," describe "how and where they live," and "present their lifestyle. It will show how the peninsula was built."

"The choice of artefacts and studies reveal the magnificence of Jaffna to the world," Prof Gnakumaran said, "as well as today's younger generations and adults."

The exhibition will showcase the region's old system of drainage and water supplies, its farming implements, architectural plans for temples and houses, statues, ancient fishing, metal work (iron and copper) and boat building techniques as well as educational practices and local dialects.