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Polonnaruwa

4.1
Historic Walking Areas · Monuments · Historic Sites
Lying 216 km (134 mi) from Colombo, Polonnaruwa offers a rich history second in Sri Lanka only to Arunadhapura. The major attraction in Polonnaruwa is a packed archeological park protecting the ruins of the ancient city of Polonnaruwa, a World Heritage Site. Its masterful stone carvings, palace complexes, and temples dating back to the 11th century testify to splendor and grandeur of the former kingdom. Two nearby national parks, both centered around large ponds, provide a sanctuary for Sri Lanka's most iconic animals: elephants. Many visitors also choose to head to an 800-year-old reservoir complex to enjoy a nice picnic site and explore wildlife reserves. Plan your visit to Polonnaruwa and other destinations in Sri Lanka using our Sri Lanka trip planner.
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Top Polonnaruwa tours

Full-Day Private Tour to Sigiriya and Dambulla BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $39
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Polonnaruwa
4.4
Duration: 3 hours
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Gal Vihara
4.7
Duration: 2h 30 min
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Polonnaruwa Vatadage
4.7
Duration: 30 minutes
Giritale Lake
Giritale
5.0
Duration: 2h 30 min

Side trips from Polonnaruwa

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Minneriya National Park
North Central Province
4.2
Duration: 8 hours
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Sigiriya
Sigiriya
4.5
Duration: 3h 30 min
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Golden Temple of Dambulla
Dambulla
4.3
Duration: 2 hours
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Pidurangala Rock
Sigiriya
4.8
Duration: 2 hours

Hidden gems in Polonnaruwa

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Wasgamuwa National Park
4.1
Duration: 8 hours
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Lankathilaka Image House
4.6
Duration: 2h 30 min
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Sandakada Pahana
4.7
Duration: 2h 30 min
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King’s Council Chamber
4.7
Duration: 2h 30 min

Historic Sites in Polonnaruwa

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Somawathiya Stupa
4.6
Duration: 2h 30 min
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Pabalu Vehera
4.8
Duration: 2h 30 min
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Thivanka Image House
4.5
Duration: 2h 30 min
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Dalada Maluwa
4.6
Duration: 1h 30 min

Nature in Polonnaruwa

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Samudra Parakrama
4.4
Duration: 2h 30 min

Parks in Polonnaruwa

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Angammedilla National Park
3.5
Duration: 2h 30 min
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Places to visit with Polonnaruwa

Anuradhapura BEST FOR: World heritage site, Religious Site, Architectural Building Habarana BEST FOR: National Park, Religious Site, Nature / Park Kekirawa BEST FOR: Monument, National Park Aralaganwila BEST FOR: Park
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