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Polonnaruwa Ancient City Tour

Wander the ruins of a medieval royal capital.

3-4 hoursEasyAll ages
About

About This Activity

Explore the ruins of Polonnaruwa, the capital of Sri Lanka in the 11th and 12th centuries, including the Royal Palace, Vatadage, Gal Vihara rock statues and the Lotus Bath, beside the Parakrama Samudra lake.

Experience

What to Expect

  • The Royal Palace and pavilion
  • Gal Vihara Buddha carvings
  • Vatadage and the Lotus Bath
  • Lake views
Good to Know

Tips

Hire a bicycle or vehicle to cover the site
Carry water and cover shoulders and knees at shrines
Location

Where You Can Do This

Tours

Packages That Include This

Package 01

11-Day Ancient Cities & Hill Country Tour

11 Days / 10 NightsCouples, Groups & Families
Highlights

Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, Yapahuwa, Anuradhapura, Mihintale, Polonnaruwa, Sigiriya, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Sinharaja / Udawalawe and a Bentara river cruise.

Includes

Standard BB accommodation (10 nights), air-conditioned vehicle transport, entrance fees.

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