A Journey through the Top 8 Places to Visit in Polonnaruwa

Gal Vihara boasts remarkable Buddha statues sculpted from a single granite rock, showcasing exquisite ancient craftsmanship. Polonnaruwa Vatadage, a circular relic house adorned with intricate stone carvings, once enshrined the revered Tooth Relic of the Buddha. Parakrama Samudra, a colossal man-made reservoir, stands as a testament to ancient engineering prowess, vital for irrigation. The Royal Palace of King Parakramabahu, with its impressive ruins, including the king’s audience hall and royal bath, offers a glimpse into the grandeur of Polonnaruwa's past.