Once a thriving medieval capital, Polonnaruwa is a sprawling garden city of monumental statues and intricate stone carvings. The Gal Vihara, with its colossal reclining Buddha, remains a pinnacle of Sinhalese rock art, evoking a sense of deep, silent reverence. Exploring these ruins by private vehicle or bicycle allows you to witness the sophisticated irrigation systems that still sustain the surrounding emerald plains.
