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To find authentic, non touristy items, you must explore the sprawling Jaffna Central Market located just behind the main bus stand. It is a chaotic, vibrant hub where locals buy all their daily goods.
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Make sure to visit the spice section to buy authentic Jaffna roasted curry powder. It has a distinctly different, much fiercer flavor profile than southern spices and makes for a fantastic culinary souvenir.
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You will find incredible stalls dedicated entirely to unique palmyra palm products, including woven baskets, sweet jaggery, and dried root snacks that you simply cannot buy anywhere else in Sri Lanka.
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