Description

Polonnaruwa, the 2nd most ancient kingdom of Sri Lanka is an interesting mix of Buddhist and Hindu structures that are a testament to the different kings who reigned over this ancient kingdom. This ancient city hosted the residence of the Sinhalese kings from the 11th century to the 13th century. In 1982, if it declared “World Heritage Site by UNESCO”, it also stands out for the conservation of the buildings.

The Polonnaruwa site covers 122 hectares and has many well-preserved monuments. Many of the monuments are religious, but some civil buildings have also been preserved, such as the royal council chamber.

The chamber is surrounded by an artificial lake called Prakrama Samudra, it was created in the XII century thanks to the king Prarakamabahu.macaque. You can also enjoy this perfect atmosphere of Polonnaruwa while cycling.