The Ruins of Polonnaruwa: A Guide to Sri Lanka's Medieval Capital
Brave the midday heat. Pivot directly east from Sigiriya via tuk-tuk to conquer a sprawling horizontal park of 27 ancient medieval ruins.
Polonnaruwa Travel
Step into the medieval capital of Polonnaruwa. As a massive UNESCO World Heritage site, this expansive archaeological park features ruined palaces, monumental brick stupas and the world-renowned Gal Vihara rock-cut Buddhas. Read tried-and-tested guides on coordinating a single-day Cultural Triangle loop from Sigiriya, navigating official tickets and exploring over 20 scattered ancient monuments. Your historical journey continues right here.