Heritage · North Central Province
Polonnaruwa
A medieval capital carved into calm stone.
The feeling
Cycle between brick stupas and royal baths under old rain trees, then stand before the Gal Vihara's four Buddhas, cut from a single granite face with a patience that still shows. Fewer crowds than Sigiriya, no less astonishing.
A medieval capital carved into calm stone.
At a glance
Character
Heritage
Coordinates
07° 56′ N · 81° 01′ E
Best time
Dawn, year-round
On our routes
1 package pass through here
Things to see
while you're here.
- The Gal Vihara rock-cut Buddhas
- Cycling the ancient city at dawn
- The Royal Palace ruins of King Parakramabahu
A closer look.
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