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Showing posts with label Polonnaruwa District. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Polonnaruwa District. Show all posts

🌄 🏛️ Gal Viharaya (Uttararama) - Polonnaruwa (ep02)

Gal Viharaya (Uttararama) , Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka - Image Captured by Travel 360 Sri Lanka
Gal Viharaya (Uttararama) , Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka - Image Captured by Travel 360 Sri Lanka


The Gal Vihara, a UNESCO World Heritage site located in the ancient city of Polonnaruwa in Sri Lanka's North Central Province, was constructed in the 12th century by King Parakramabahu I. Known in historical texts as Uttararama, this temple was carved into a rock measuring approximately 80 feet in length and 30 feet in width. The site features four magnificent Buddha statues and an inscription carved into the rock. 

🏰 🏛️ The Palace of king Parakramabahu - Polonnaruwa (ep01)

The Palace of king Parakramabahu, Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka - Image Captured by Travel 360 Sri Lanka
The Palace of king Parakramabahu - Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka - Image Captured by Travel 360 Sri Lanka


The Palace of king Parakramabahu can be mentioned as an important place in the old town of Polonnaruwa, which was named as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1982.