Polonnaruwa city is one of the world heritage sites of UNESCO in Sri Lanka. Also, it is one of the greatest historical and archaeological sites in Sri Lanka the ancient city of Polonnaruwa was a bustling religious and commercial trade hub during the golden era of King Parakramabahu I. During his reign, there were many colossal buildings, spectacular parks, huge reservoirs and tanks. You will able to explore the remains of all these marvellous constructions like temples, buildings, stupas and monuments at present times.
Polonnaruwa city is one of the world heritage sites of UNESCO in Sri Lanka. Also, it is one of the greatest historical and archaeological sites in Sri Lanka the ancient city of Polonnaruwa was a bustling religious and commercial trade hub during the golden era of King Parakramabahu I. During his reign, there were many colossal buildings, spectacular parks, huge reservoirs and tanks. You will able to explore the remains of all these marvellous constructions like temples, buildings, stupas and monuments at present times.
Top things to see in Polonnaruwa
· Royal Palace
· Audience hall
· Ancient swimming pool
· Buddha figures at the Vihara
· Buddha statue at Lankathilaka
· Rankoth Viharaya
· Shiva Devala
· The Sacred Quadrangle, etc.
Royal palace: The King`s Royal Palace is a massive structure, measuring 31 m by 13 m, once including 50 rooms supported by 30 columns, as the archaeologists claim once. Even today it is quite an impressive building, such as a big palace in those days without machines.
Buddha figures at Vihara: Gal Vihara is a group of four beautiful Buddhas in perfect condition, cut from one long granite slab. Standing Buddha, reclining Buddha and sitting Buddha.