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Polonnaruwa Day Tour
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Polonnaruwa Day Tour
Next available dates
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28 Dec
Sun
29 Dec
Mon
30 Dec
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Highlights
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Parakrama Samudraya
Statue of King Parakramabahu
Shiva Devale
Nissanka Lata Mandapaya
Gal Viharaya
TOUR DETAILS
You will be picked up from the Kandy or the Hotel, and you will be traveling to Polonnaruwa. we will visit the Polonnaruwa Archeological Park where you can see the buildings and ancient ruins, Statues etc. After exploring the ancient city you will be dropped down to Kandy or the hotel you are accommodated in Kandy.
INCLUDES
Air Conditioned Car
English Speaking Driver
Private Transport
Water Bottle
EXCLUDES
Tickets
Food and Snacks
RESERVATIONS
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viber/whatsapp/imo
Itinerary
Samudra Parakrama
30 minsAdmission Ticket Not IncludedParakrama Samudraya (Sinhala: Sea of Parakrama) built by King Parakramabahu the great, is the largest ancient man-made rainwater reservoir in Sri Lanka while it dominates the western flank of the Polonnaruwa districtStatue of Parakramabahu I
30 minsAdmission Ticket Not IncludedThe statue has generated speculations and arguments concerning its identification. The archaeologists haven’t arrived at a concrete conclusion.The sculpture that rises at a height of 3.5m is believed to be that of King Parakramabahu the great.It could also very well be a representation of the sage Pulasti, after whom the city was named Pulastinagara.Potgul Pedesa
30 minsAdmission Ticket FreeThe superior acoustics of Potgul Vehera leads to the conclusion that the library had doubled up as an auditorium on occasions to read the books, read the tenets of Buddhism and chant the blessings called “Pirith” The buildings called Potgul Vihara or library that was utilized for the same purposes as the shrine at PolonnaruwaPolonnaruwa Vatadage
30 minsAdmission Ticket Not IncludedVatadage, a circular relic house possesses an elegance and beauty that is rare even in ancient Sri Lanka. In line with the outer circle of stone pillars is a tastefully ornamented screen wall patterned with four petalled flowers.Nissanka Latha Mandapaya
30 minsAdmission Ticket Not IncludedNissanka Lata Mandapaya, built by King Nissankamalla, is an innovative work of art depicting the splendour of classical architecture. The pavilion was believed to be used for chanting Buddha’s teaching while the inscription at the pavilion reveals that the king used to listen to the chanting of pirith, which were Buddhist blessings.Pabalu Vehera
30 minsAdmission Ticket Not Includedbuilt during the late Anuradhapura period and enlarged during the Polonnaruwa period. The stupa is surrounded by four image houses located in the cardinal points. The limestone statues of Buddha are sculpted in different postures. In the image house on the south is a Samadhi Buddha statue, which is a fine work of art. In front of Pabalu Vehera to the north is the main street of the ancient city of Polonnaruwa.Gal Vihara
30 minsAdmission Ticket Not IncludedGal Viharaya or the Rock Temple, which is unparallel among such ancient monastic edifices, takes the form of a group of colossal Buddha statues carved out of a granite boulder. Most prominent is the standing image, 7m (23ft) tall.
What's included
INCLUDED
Private transportation
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
NOT INCLUDED
Entrance Tickets
Customer reviews
Additional information
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Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Location
Address
Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka
Provider
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