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4 activities in Polonnaruwa

Adventure
Cycling Tour of Polonnaruwa Ruins
Polonnaruwa3hTicket $8
Explore the sprawling ancient ruins at your own pace by bicycle — the best way to cover the site.

Cultural
Gal Vihara Rock Sculptures
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Marvel at four magnificent Buddha figures carved directly into a single granite face — a masterpiece of ancient art.

Nature
Minneriya National Park Safari
Polonnaruwa3hTicket $40
Witness the famous "Gathering" — hundreds of wild Asian elephants congregating around Minneriya Tank.

Cultural
Polonnaruwa Ancient City Tour
Polonnaruwa4hTicket $25
A guided tour of the UNESCO-listed medieval capital — palaces, stupas, and sacred ponds spanning 1,000 years of history.