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Polonnaruwa Ancient City by Bicycle
Explore the medieval capital's ruins, including Gal Vihara.
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Polonnaruwa
Polonnaruwa District, North Central Province
A medieval royal capital of palaces, temples and rock-carved Buddhas.
Introduction
Discover Polonnaruwa
Polonnaruwa was Sri Lanka's second great capital and is remarkably well preserved. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Royal palaces, temples and the Gal Vihara's rock-carved Buddha statues sit among parkland beside the vast Parakrama Samudra reservoir.
Highlights
- Gal Vihara
- Royal Palace ruins
- Vatadage
- Parakrama Samudra
Things to do
- Cycle through the ancient city
- Visit the archaeological museum
- Sunset at the reservoir
Travel tips
- Start early to avoid the heat
- Carry water
- Combine with an elephant safari at Minneriya
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