Explore ancient ruins, cycle through the archaeological park, visit Gal Vihara and temples, see ancient irrigation works, and enjoy the scenery around Parakrama Samudra.
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About Polonnaruwa
Polonnaruwa is Sri Lanka's medieval royal capital, renowned for its well-preserved ancient ruins, temples, royal palaces, and impressive stone Buddha statues. It is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Highlights
Gal Vihara, Royal Palace
Sacred Quadrangle
Parakrama Samudra
Lankatilaka Temple
Vatadage
Best Time to Visit
May–September & December–April suitable for exploring the archaeological sites.
How to Get There
By Train: Colombo Fort → Polonnaruwa, around 5 hours.
By Road: around 210–230 km, approximately 4–5 hours from Colombo.