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Photos of Polonnaruwa Ancient City
About
Polonnaruwa Ancient City
The medieval capital of Polonnaruwa is a compact, superbly preserved UNESCO city — royal palaces, Buddhist shrines and the serene rock-carved Buddhas of the Gal Vihara.
Highlights
What to see & do
- Gal Vihara rock-carved Buddhas
- Royal palace & Quadrangle ruins
- Ancient reservoirs and gardens
- Easy to cycle in half a day
💡 Good to know: Cooler and quieter in the early morning.
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