Northern Province

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Northern Province

Name

Northern Province

Nomenclature and Geography

Category: Region / Subdivision

Summary

The Northern Province is one of the nine administrative provinces of Sri Lanka, located in the northern part of the island. It is characterized by its distinct cultural heritage and historical significance within the nation. The provincial capital is the city of Jaffna.

Statistics

Area

8,884.00 km²

Population

1,149,240

Location