Travel guide
The best places to see in Polonnaruwa District: sights, nature, temples and beaches, with opening hours, entry fees and how to get there.
7 places
Polonnaruwa, Polonnaruwa District
Explore the UNESCO-listed medieval capital with royal palaces, temples, sculptures and remarkable ancient engineering.
Polonnaruwa, Polonnaruwa District
Discover sculptures, archaeological objects and displays explaining the ancient kingdom of Polonnaruwa.
Polonnaruwa, Polonnaruwa District
Admire a circular relic shrine famous for carved stone pillars, moonstones and Buddha statues.
Polonnaruwa, Polonnaruwa District
See four celebrated Buddha images carved into a granite rock face at this 12th-century sanctuary.
Polonnaruwa, Polonnaruwa District
Walk among the impressive brick remains of the medieval royal palace complex.
Polonnaruwa, Polonnaruwa District
Explore a compact ceremonial terrace containing some of Polonnaruwa’s finest sacred buildings.
Polonnaruwa, Polonnaruwa District
Visit an ancient royal assembly hall distinguished by carved columns and decorative stonework.
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