Discover royal complexes, audience halls, gardens and ancient architecture.
Where to go — our favourite places for this experience, ready to fit into a route that suits your dates and pace.
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Sigiriya Royal Complex
Sigiriya's rock citadel rises above landscaped water gardens in Matale District; the ascent passes the lion-paw entrance to the summit ruins.
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Sigiriya - 02
Royal Palace of Polonnaruwa
The palace ruins at Polonnaruwa preserve the substantial brick walls of the royal complex associated with King Parakramabahu I.
Royal Palace of Polonnaruwa - 03
Magul Maduwa
KandyMagul Maduwa is the timber-pillared royal audience hall within Kandy's former palace precinct, beside the Temple of the Tooth.
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Lovamahapaya
AnuradhapuraLovamahapaya is marked by rows of stone pillars near Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi in Anuradhapura, the remains of a historic monastic building.
Lovamahapaya - 05
Royal Palace ruins at Yapahuwa
Yapahuwa is a former royal capital near Maho, distinguished by an ornamental stone staircase climbing towards its rock fortress.
Yapahuwa
Good to know
Dress modestly at temples and sacred sites — cover shoulders and knees, and remove shoes and hats where asked. Opening times and entry fees change, so we confirm them when we plan your trip.
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