Bandaranaike International Airport 4 hr 3
Polonnaruwa Ancient City (23 min) Pidurangala Royal Cave Temple (42 min) Ancient Buddhist temple built on a huge rock, a popular hike for history & panoramic views. Hurulu Eco Park (31 min) Park, safari, and elephant Sigiriya Fortress (42 min) The ruins of a 5th-century city, anchored by a towering rock fortress accessible by steep stairs. Parakrama Samudra (35 min) Part of a chain of reservoirs, this vast waterway provides natural scenery & sunset views. Thivanka Image House (29 min) Stupa (25 min) Remains of a historic, mound-shaped stupa constructed of brick in the late 12th century. Gal Vihara (Rock Temple) (24 min) Ancient Sinhalese rock temple with 4 Buddha statues, including 2 seated, 1 standing & 1 reclining. Minneriya National Park (19 min) This sprawling preserve features a large 3rd-century reservoir, plus elephants & other wildlife. Pidurangala (42 min) Destination for moderate hikes & climbs to the top of the rock, popular for panoramic views. Kaudulla National Park (31 min) An abundance of food & water year-round makes this National Park a wildlife hotspot. Hetadage (23 min) Ancient shrine ruins surrounded by imposing stone walls featuring statues of Buddha & engravings. Minneriya Wewa (11 min) Elephant, reservoir, and wildlife Vatadage - 39 (23 min) Ancient Buddhist monument features intricate stone carvings, statues & a small stupa. |