Pabalu Vehera
An unusually shaped brick building, with a design not seen anywhere in the country, the Pabalu Vehera was probably commissioned by Queen Rupavati.
Siva Devalaya
The architectural style of Siva Devalaya is Pandyan and is a long, rectangular building of stone. It is the very first we see upon entering Polonnaruwa.
Menik Vehera
The Menik Vehera monastic complex was built in two stages, first was a small brick stupa and the second stage included additions made in later years.
Ritigala Strict Nature Reserve
Lying within the Cultural Triangle, Ritigala Strict Nature Reserve is a heavily wooded 2,513-foot mountain on which once existed a monastic cave complex.
Adam’s Peak
Adam’s Peak is held in great reverence by all faiths. This 7,359 foot mist clad mountain towers above the southwestern highlands like a lone sentinel.
Galle Fort
Sitting on a rocky peninsula sheltering the port of Galle, the Galle Fort (a world heritage site) is a living monument to Sri Lanka’s colonial past and an epitome of old world charm.
Temple Of The Sacred Tooth Relic
The Temple of the Tooth or Dalada Maligawa houses the tooth relic of Lord Buddha and is one of the most sacred sites of Buddhist pilgrimage. The temple is within Sri Lanka’s last royal palace complex
Anuradhapura Sacred City
Anuradhapura is the earliest recorded capital city of Sri Lanka, a title which it maintained for close to a thousand years. Now a World Heritage site with immense dagobas & elaborate stone sculptures.
Polonnaruwa Ancient City
A World Heritage site, this ancient city gives a glimpse of medieval Sri Lankan architecture & craftsmanship. From here, great Kings ruled and built magnificent palaces, monasteries and stupas.
Sigiriya Rock Fortress
Sigiriya Rock Fortress was built in the 5th Century. This rock citadel demonstrate astounding feats of hydro-engineering and urban planning.