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The Ancienct City of Polonnaruwa

Polonnaruwa was the capital of Sri Lanka in the 11th and 12th centuries. In its heyday, the 6km of city walls housed hundreds of people.

 

Colossal buildings and statues, both Buddhist and Hindu, include the palace of King Parakumbahu, the “swaying columns” of Lata Mandapa, the shrine of Lankatilaka and the amazing relief sculptures of Gal Viharaya.

 

Highlights: Time: 7AM | Distance From Hotel: About 88Km | Duration: Full Day | Price: Jeep – Rs.40,000, Van – Rs. 31,500 & Entrance Fee 25USD (Per Person)

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The Elephant Gathering In Minneriya & Kaudulla National Parks

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Aligala Caves

A hike to the historic Aligala (Elephant Rock) cave, dating from the 3rd century BC, will take just 40 minutes.

Anuradhapura

Anuradhapura, founded in the 4th century BC, is the cradle of Buddhist civilisation in Sri Lanka. The city is one of the archaeological wonders of the world.

Bird Watching

At 6.30am the air is filled with birdsong – it’s one of the best times to spot some of the 233 resident species.

Cave Dinner

Escape to an enchanted evening in the heart of nature with Heritance Kandalama’s flagship of unique dinners, the Bawa Cave Dinner.

Dambulla

From Heritance Kandalama the giant golden Buddha outside the entrance to this 340m-high rock temple is visible.

Eco Park

You can see  our sewage treatment plant, a plant nursery, herbal garden and beehives.

Jungle Trekking – Kandalama Rock

This trek takes you up onto the rock on which the hotel is built, with fantastic panoramic views over Dambulla and Sigiriya.

Jungle Trekking – Puranagama (Ancient Village)

The Puranagama (“ancient village”), 25 minutes’ walk from the hotel, offers a rare opportunity to see traditional Sri Lankan village life.

Mountain Bike Rides

We have off-road bicycles you can hire that are well suited to the rugged terrain and are regularly checked and maintained for your safety and comfort.

Polonnaruwa

The ancient sacred city of Polonnaruwa was the capital of Sri Lanka in the 11th and 12th centuries. In its heyday, the 6km of city walls housed hundreds of people.

Sigiriya

The spectacular Sigiriya (Lion Rock) rock fortress was built in the 5th century AD, by King Kashyapa. It is a wonder of ancient engineering, art and culture.

Trails Of Bawa

The Trails of Bawa tour, presented by Heritance Hotels & Resorts is a voyage into the heart of Tropical Modernism, the hallmark of Bawa’s design philosophy.