Ancient recitation house with a stone fence. Nissanka Latha Mandapaya is one out of the many unique structures in the ancient city of Polonnaruwa. It was built by King Nissankamalla in the 1100s and was named after him. This historical masterpiece is located in the area that contains the oldest and most sacred monuments in...Read More
A majestic figure with a grave expression A magnificent statue made purely from stone stands on the eastern Bank of the Parakrama Samudra Reservoir. It is considered as the symbol of Polonnaruwa. This statue depicting an austere figure holding what is thought to be an ola leaf manuscript is carved on a large boulder. The...Read More
A treasure trove of stone artistry The only place to see the largest collection of paintings belonging to Polonnaruwa kingdom is the Thivanka Pilimage which had been built as part of the Jethavanarama Complex by King Parakramabahu (1153-1186). “Pilimage” means image house and this historical attraction is situated in Nissankamallapura, Polonnaruwa. The image house has...Read More
The emblem of grandeur in the ancient city of Polonnaruwa Ever wondered what life would have been like for a king of the 12th century in Sri Lanka? Among all the archeological wonders of Polonnaruwa the Royal Palace of King Parakramabahu can be referred as the most prominent one. This Royal Palace was built by...Read More
