Category Archives: Polonnaruwa
Explore the Ancient Kingdoms of Sri Lanka: A Journey Through Time
Sri Lanka's ancient kingdoms offer a compelling narrative of the island's history, spirituality, and artistry dating back 2,500 years.
A Solo Guide for Travelling Around Sri Lanka on a Budget
Sri Lanka is an ideal holiday destination for travellers on a budget, especially if you decide to fully immerse yourself in its culture. A solo sojourn to the country...
Bawa’s Sri Lanka: An Architectural Tour
Geoffrey Bawa, the pioneer of Tropical Modernism, had a vision which greatly influenced architectural styles in Sri Lanka and other parts of the world...
A WEEK OF SUNRISES: 7 DAYS AROUND THE EAST COAST of Sri Lanka
The intense darkness just before dawn, the sound of the world around waking up to a new day, a speck of telltale light, the growing anticipation, until finally...
ALL ABOUT THE Sri Lankan Elephant GATHERING
There are an estimated 6000 wild elephants in Sri Lanka, with the species having been listed as officially endangered by the International Union for...
Things to do in Sri Lanka for your Honeymoon
Choosing the perfect place to match different vacation-personalities can be a tough call to make in general, but this is especially the case when choosing a...
5 Fun Things To Do With Your Kids In Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka is a treasure trove of adventure. The tropical wonderland found in the Indian Ocean has everything you’d want in a holiday...
5 Fun Experiences For A First Time Traveller To Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka is a backpackers’ paradise; the size of the country makes it very easy to traverse through the different regions. If you’re visiting the island...
Exploring Polonnaruwa with your friends? Here’s what you need to see
Polonnaruwa is often regarded as a must-visit destination when you’re in Sri Lanka. The town is located in the North Central Province...
Four Historic Sites in Sri Lanka Your Kids Will Love to Visit
It may seem like an impossible feat to entice kids to visit a historical site- just the term fills them with boredom- however there are four sites in Sri Lanka...
Discover Sri Lanka’s Cultural Triangle
Sri Lanka is best known for its golden beaches which wrap around the whole island, but the country has a hidden gem in its interior...
Romantic Things To Do In The Cultural Triangle
Sri Lanka is definitely one of the most romantic destinations to visit, it has golden beaches, turquoise waters and rolling green hills, however, most people...
6 Places You Must Visit With Your Friends In Sri Lanka
The island of Sri Lanka fondly referred to as the Pearl of the Indian Ocean is a treasure trove of adventure; with golden sandy beaches, tall peaks and lush...
Perfect Places To Visit On Your Honeymoon
Sri Lanka is a tropical paradise; with golden beaches, warm blue waters, year-round summer, a myriad of wildlife, and rich history, it is easy to see why the...
MUST-TRY Experiences For A First Time Traveller To Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka has recently become a very popular tourist destination and with so much to offer from golden sandy beaches, rolling green hills, and a...
Where To See Elephants In Sri Lanka? Here’s 4 Awesome Places You’ll Love
There are a few things Sri Lanka is best known for; its beaches, cricket, tea, and being home to a large number of elephants. There are many elephant...
Nature Reserves You Must Visit
Paradise is often found in a place where nature flourishes. Our little island is just that. With over 22 national parks that can be explored, Sri Lanka is every nature lover's dream.
Lankathilaka Image House
Standing tall in the ancient citadel of Polonnaruwa, the Lankathilaka Image House is an exemplary monument that displays the elaborate and intricate...
Nissanka Latha Mandapaya
One of the more unique structures built by King Nissankamalla in the 1100s, the Nissanka Latha Mandapaya is believed to be the recitation house for...
Minneriya National Park
Spanning a landmass of 8,000 hectares, and a major contributor to the area’s biodiversity due to the presence of the Minneriya Tank, the Minneriya...
Vatadage
One of the more unique structures of the entire kingdom, the Polonnaruwa Vatadage has a long and illustrious history. Considered to be the only...
Parakrama Samudra
Another ancient monument that was built in the 12th century during the reign of King Parakramabahu, the Parakrama Samudra is a testament to the engineers...
Gal Vihara
Built somewhere in the 12th century, during the reign of King Parakramabahu, the Gal Vihara is a unique vestige that further confirms the intricacies...
Palace of King Parakramabahu
Once towering at 7 stories, and believed to have around 1,000 chambers, the Palace of the great King Parakramabahu is a reminder of just how...
Archaeological excursions in Polonnaruwa
Sri Lanka has had a long and tumultuous history, filled with kings, grand battles, amazing architecture and epic stories, and that’s what makes it such an...