About Polonnaruwa Ancient City
Polonnaruwa is the second most ancient of Sri Lanka's kingdoms, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. This ancient city was the capital of Sri Lanka from the 11th to 13th centuries and contains well-preserved ruins of ancient temples, palaces, and other structures.
Highlights
- UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Gal Vihara Buddha statues
- The Sacred Quadrangle with ancient structures
- Impressive irrigation system including Parakrama Samudra tank
- Opportunity to explore by bicycle
Location
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