Polonnaruwa District

Province ·🇱🇰 Sri Lanka

Area 3,455 km²

Time zone Asia/Colombo

Official website www.ds.gov.lk/dist_polonnaruwa/english//

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Polonnaruwa District Must-Sees

Polonnaruwa District preserves the ruins of Sri Lanka’s second ancient capital, dating back to the 11th century. The site features the Royal Palace of King Parakramabahu, once a seven-story structure, and the Gal Viharaya’s four granite Buddha statues. Beyond the citadel, the Lankatilaka Temple showcases massive brick architecture, while the Gal Potha records royal history on an eight-meter stone slab. The region also includes Minneriya National Park, known for seasonal elephant gatherings, and the Dimbulagala monastery, which provides views over the North Central Province's plains.

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