Polonnaruwa

Polonnaruwa
Distance from Colombo 216kmThe island’s medieval capital rose to fame after Anuradhapura’s decline. The larger of its many reservoirs, the Parakrama Samudra, is larger than the Colombo harbor. Attractions: Remains of the King’s council chamber, the Royal Citadel, the Kumara Pokuna, the Royal Pavilion, the Vatadage relic House (which is lavished with moonstones, guard stones, and a sculptured railing), Kiri Vehera, and Gal Vihare.

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