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Explore Polonnaruwa

Some parts of Polonnaruwa remains as the ancient city of the Kingdom of Polonnaruwa (the 2nd oldest of the Sri Lanka,s past kingdoms), it is now located in Sri Lanka,s North Central Province and serves as the main town of the Polonnaruwa District.It is currently focused on a project of major development that seekes to advance all aspects of the town, such as it,s roads, education, agriculture, electricity and health in a very comprehensive manner.

Watch the tourism video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A2PFLA3qvqM

Language Spoken
Language Spoken
(Sri Lanka) Sinhala; Tamil; English and Portugese Creole are spoken here.
Currency & Time Zone
Currency & Time Zone
Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR)
UTC+03:30
Cuisine
Cuisine
Meals
Inexpensive Restaurant Meal 250 LKR, Mid-range Restaurant Meal 2 500 LKR, Combo Meal 900 LKR
Drinks
Coke/Pepsi 90 LKR, Beer 280 - 550 LKR, Water 35 - 70 LKR, Bottle of Wine 2 500 LKR, Cappuccino 400 LKR
Transportation
Transportation
Taxis
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff) 60 LKR, Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff) 50 LKR, Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff) 100 LKR
General Transport
Riding a bike or walking are the prefered means of getting around in Polonnaruwa.Bikes can be rented out but you,ll have to check their condition before you do.There is plenty of shade available should you choose to walk, but you will walk long distances.

Things to do in Polonnaruwa

Stop by the ruins of the Royal Palace that date back to the 12th century.For stunning carvings, observe for a moment the well-preserved Audience Hall.On a rasied platform, find a group of impressive ruins at the Sacred Quadrangle.

Medical Precautions

Medical Precautions

Recommended Vaccines

(Sri Lanka) The following Vaccines are recommended when traveling to Sri Lanka:

  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Typhoid
  • Yellow Fever
  • Japanese Encephalitis
  • Rabies and Polio.The following vaccines are taken routinely when coming to Sri Lanka: Measles Mumps Rubella (MMR)
  • TDAP (Tetanus
  • Diphtheria & Pertussis)
  • Chickenpox
  • Shingles
  • Pneumonia
  • Influenza and Meningitis.
Top 10 Packing Essentials

Top 10 Packing Essentials

  • (Sri Lanka) Waterproof Raincoat
  • Insect Repellent
  • Sarong
  • Sandals or Jelly Flats
  • Sunscreen
  • Hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Backpack
  • Hiking shoes
  • Camera and First Aid Kit.
Passports & Visa Information

Passports & Visa Information

(Sri Lanka) These 3 countries do not need a visa to visit Sri Lanka: Seychelles; Singapore and the Maldives.