240 Historical Places in Sri Lanka
Discover historical places across the island, from famous highlights to spots only locals know. Every place links to a full profile with a map, directions and nearby attractions.
Historical PlacesNeelagiriya Maha Seya
Ampara
Neelagiriya Maha Seya is a historical site in Ampara.
Historical PlacesNegombo Dutch Fort
Negombo
Negombo Dutch Fort is a historical site in Negombo.
Historical PlacesNelugala Archaeological Site
Batticaloa
Nelugala Archaeological Site is a historical site in Batticaloa.
Historical PlacesNissankalata Mandapa
Polonnaruwa
Nissankalata Mandapa is a historical site in Polonnaruwa.
Historical PlacesOld Dutch Court
Jaffna
Old Dutch Court is a historical site in Jaffna.
Historical PlacesOld Dutch Market
Matara
Old Dutch Market is a historical site in Matara.
Historical PlacesPabalu Vehera (Temple of Marbles)
Polonnaruwa
Pabalu Vehera (Temple of Marbles) is a historical site in Polonnaruwa.
Historical PlacesPadeniya Purana Rajamaha Viharaya
Kurunegala
Padeniya Purana Rajamaha Viharaya is a historical site in Kurunegala.
Historical PlacesPadiwita Ambalama
Matale
Padiwita Ambalama is a historical site in Matale.
Historical PlacesPalace of King Nishshanka Malla
Polonnaruwa
Palace of King Nishshanka Malla is a historical site in Polonnaruwa.
Historical PlacesPanamure Elephant Kraal
Panamure
Panamure Elephant Kraal is a historical site in Panamure.
Historical PlacesPanduwasnuwara Kingdom
Hettipola
Panduwasnuwara Kingdom is a historical site in Hettipola.
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