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Polonnaruwa
2 articles about Sri Lanka travel.
Polonnaruwa: Medieval Marvels and Royal Splendor
July 4, 2026
A practical guide to visiting Polonnaruwa: the Gal Vihara rock carvings, the Royal Palace ruins, the Sacred Quadrangle, the bicycle circuit, and how to combine it with the elephant gathering at Minneriya.
The Pearl of the Indian Ocean: Sri Lanka's Rich History and Heritage
May 11, 2026
A practical guide to Sri Lanka's 2,500-year recorded history: the ancient Buddhist kingdoms of Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa, three centuries of European colonialism, and the island's eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites.