Rankoth Vehera
One of the largest stupas in Polonnaruwa, standing tall with impressive brickwork and peaceful surroundings.
A magnificent ancient capital carved in stone and history
Once a seat of kings, Polonnaruwa is now a poetic ruin — orderly, elegant, and enduring. Discover towering stupas, moonstones, and the famous Gal Vihara Buddhas carved into granite. Rent a bike and glide through centuries of glory and silence. It's not just sightseeing — it's time travel
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One of the largest stupas in Polonnaruwa, standing tall with impressive brickwork and peaceful surroundings.
A circular relic house that once protected a sacred tooth relic, adorned with intricate moonstones and guardstones.
Often compared to a landlocked sea, this tank provides water for irrigation to nearby fields.
An open-air pillared pavilion that has inspired architects for generations.
A masterpiece of Sinhalese rock carving, Gal Vihara features four majestic Buddha statues carved into a single granite wall. The reclining Buddha is especially iconic, stretching over 14 meters.
Once a seven-story palace with over 1,000 rooms, the ruins of King Parakramabahu’s Royal Palace offer a glimpse into Sri Lanka’s grandeur and architectural ingenuity.
Discover the grandeur of Sri Lanka's earliest settlements and kingdoms as you wander through ancient palatial ruins, monastery complexes, temple grounds, parks and archaeological sites.
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A visual journey through the beauty of Polonnaruwa
Polonnaruwa
An open-air museum of Sri Lankan history
Timeless sculpture of enlightenment
Golden hour among sacred stones
Monks visiting the Polonnaruwa Vatadage
Polonnaruwa
An open-air museum of Sri Lankan history
Timeless sculpture of enlightenment
Golden hour among sacred stones
Monks visiting the Polonnaruwa Vatadage
The remnants of a once-glorious brick image house
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