Heritage Places / Historic Commercial District
Sonaka Theru (Moor Street)
The traditional commercial, cultural, and residential heart of the Jaffna Muslim community.
Sonaka Theru (Moor Street) in Jaffna town was the historical bustling hub of Muslim commerce, tailoring, trade, and community life for centuries.
Commerce and Craftsmanship
The street was famous throughout the Northern Province for master tailoring, textile trading, hardware, and traditional bakeries. It stood as a testament to deep intercultural ties with Tamil, Sinhala, and Burgher neighbors.