Discover Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka’s glorious medieval kingdom and UNESCO World Heritage Site, famous for giant rock-cut Buddha statues, stone palaces, and ancient reservoirs.
Located in Sri Lanka’s North Central Province, Polonnaruwa is the island’s second ancient royal capital, succeeding Anuradhapura. Celebrated for its well-preserved 12th-century ruins, the city showcases the high point of ancient Sri Lankan architecture, art, and irrigation technology. From the breathtaking rock-carved Buddha statues at Gal Vihara and the ornate circular Vatadage to the vast Parakrama Samudra reservoir, Polonnaruwa offers a fascinating leap back into Sri Lanka’s medieval golden era.
Marvel at four colossal, masterfully carved Buddha statues cut directly into a single granite rock face, including a famous 14-meter reclining Buddha.
Explore a stunning circular relic house situated in the Sacred Quadrangle (Dalada Maluwa), celebrated for its ornate stone carvings and steps.
Walk through the colossal brick ruins of the ancient 12th-century royal residence, originally featuring seven stories and a hundred rooms.
Admire an awe-inspiring cathedral-like ancient image house with towering 17-meter-high brick walls enshrining a colossal standing Buddha statue.
See the largest stupa in Polonnaruwa and the fourth-largest in Sri Lanka, constructed completely out of red brick during the reign of King Nissanka Malla.
May through September brings warm, dry weather to the North Central plains, providing ideal conditions for cycling and exploring the outdoor archaeological park.
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