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 PlacesPankuliya Ashokaramaya
Anuradhapura
Pankuliya Ashokaramaya is a historical site in Anuradhapura.
Historical PlacesParewi Duwa Temple
Matara
Parewi Duwa Temple is a historical site in Matara.
Historical PlacesPashana Pabbatha Rajamaha Viharaya
Trincomalee
Pashana Pabbatha Rajamaha Viharaya is a historical site in Trincomalee.
Historical PlacesPerimiyankulama Stone Bridge
Anuradhapura
Perimiyankulama Stone Bridge is a historical site in Anuradhapura.
Historical PlacesPilikuttuwa Raja Maha Viharaya
Gampaha
Pilikuttuwa Raja Maha Viharaya is a historical site in Gampaha.
Historical PlacesPolonnaruwa Ancient City
Polonnaruwa
Polonnaruwa Ancient City is a historical site in Polonnaruwa.
Historical PlacesPolonnaruwa Gal Viharaya
Polonnaruwa
Polonnaruwa Gal Viharaya is a historical site in Polonnaruwa.
Historical PlacesPolonnaruwa Nelum pokuna (Lotus Pond)
Polonnaruwa
Polonnaruwa Nelum pokuna (Lotus Pond) is a historical site in Polonnaruwa.
Historical PlacesPothgul Maliga Maha Viharaya
Galaha
Pothgul Maliga Maha Viharaya is a historical site in Galaha.
Historical PlacesPothgul Viharaya
Polonnaruwa
Pothgul Viharaya is a historical site in Polonnaruwa.
Historical PlacesPulasthi Statue
Polonnaruwa
Pulasthi Statue is a historical site in Polonnaruwa.
Historical PlacesPurana Kadadora Viharaya
Kothmale
Purana Kadadora Viharaya is a historical site in Kothmale.
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