Sri Lanka became known as the Granary of the Orient. Polonnaruwa consists of ruins of the glorious kingdom of the Great King Parakramabahu. Today the ancient city of Polonnaruwa remains one of the best planned archaeological relic sites in the country. Brimming with archeologically treasures, the city is dotted with temples, shrines, palaces and ruins. Once a massive structure with 50 rooms, today impressive walls still stand strong. The traditional essence of the true Sri Lankan culture can be found in the small towns and villages of Sri Lanka. One such place is Polonnaruwa. The second oldest of Sri Lanka’s ancient capitals, Polonnaruwa was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO for its well-preserved archaeological ruins, which include palaces, pools, temples, schools, courts and other 12th-century civic features.
