Approx. 30 min drive
Thiruketheeswaram Kovil
A revered Shiva temple near Manthai, with a richly decorated gateway and peaceful surroundings.
Photo credits: Sancheev89, CC BY-SA 3.0
What to expect
Thiruketheeswaram is one of Sri Lanka's five historic Ishwaram temples dedicated to Shiva. The temple stands close to Palavi tank on the mainland near Mannar.
Take time to appreciate the architecture and the rhythm of worship. This is an active religious site, so follow the guidance of temple staff.