Polonnaruwa Tour From Sigiriya
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• 07:00 AM - After the breakfast at your hotel you will driven to Polonnaruwa
• 09:00 AM - Visit monkeys conservation project
Iconically dubbed as the Monkey Kingdom, following Disney’s movie of the primate, Polonnaruwa is home to the Monkey Conservation Project. This project aims to protect and conserve the population of monkeys in the country; guests are taken on an educational tour to observe monkeys in the forest and around the area.
• 10:00 AM - Visit Ancient City of Polonnaruwa
Polonnaruwa was the second ancient capital city of Sri Lanka, after the fall of the Anuradhapura Kingdom.This UNESCO World Heritage Site offers travelers an escape from modern civilizations and transports them to one of the oldest planned archaeological cities in the
country. The city was made famous following the ‘Monkey Kingdom’ movie that was released displaying the wild inhabitants of the ancient city. While exploring this medieval town, make sure you visit the largest man-made rainwater reservoir known as Parakrama Samudraya, a 3.5m high statue of King Parakramabahu the Great, the Royal Palace and audience halls, the Potgul Vehara, Shiva Devale, the Lankatilaka and many other ancient monuments and structures.
• Visit Archaeological Museum
Escape the heat of exploring the ancient city of Polonnaruwa and head over to the Archaeological Museum. A modern museum next to the Parakrama Samudraya displays a collection of artefacts, artistic impressions of the historic monuments and significant relics from the ancient kingdom. Be fascinated as you learn about the rich history as you browse through the museum’s display of bronze statues, medical instruments and many more.
• Lunch - Enjoy your lunch and rustic atmosphere around
• Drop off to your hotel
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• 09:00 AM - Visit monkeys conservation project
Iconically dubbed as the Monkey Kingdom, following Disney’s movie of the primate, Polonnaruwa is home to the Monkey Conservation Project. This project aims to protect and conserve the population of monkeys in the country; guests are taken on an educational tour to observe monkeys in the forest and around the area.
• 10:00 AM - Visit Ancient City of Polonnaruwa
Polonnaruwa was the second ancient capital city of Sri Lanka, after the fall of the Anuradhapura Kingdom.This UNESCO World Heritage Site offers travelers an escape from modern civilizations and transports them to one of the oldest planned archaeological cities in the
country. The city was made famous following the ‘Monkey Kingdom’ movie that was released displaying the wild inhabitants of the ancient city. While exploring this medieval town, make sure you visit the largest man-made rainwater reservoir known as Parakrama Samudraya, a 3.5m high statue of King Parakramabahu the Great, the Royal Palace and audience halls, the Potgul Vehara, Shiva Devale, the Lankatilaka and many other ancient monuments and structures.
• Visit Archaeological Museum
Escape the heat of exploring the ancient city of Polonnaruwa and head over to the Archaeological Museum. A modern museum next to the Parakrama Samudraya displays a collection of artefacts, artistic impressions of the historic monuments and significant relics from the ancient kingdom. Be fascinated as you learn about the rich history as you browse through the museum’s display of bronze statues, medical instruments and many more.
• Lunch - Enjoy your lunch and rustic atmosphere around
• Drop off to your hotel
Included
- Transfer by luxury air conditioned vehicle
- English speaking driver
- 1000 ml water bottle per person
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- King coconut refreshments
- All taxes
- Bottled water
Not included
- Tips and personal expenses
- Lunch
- Anything NOT mentioned under Inclusions
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Please bring your necessary personal stuff (Example: Camera, sun creams, water bottles and etc.)
- Please contact Nefelibata Travels for any further assistance
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Features
Tourism
85%
Cultural
60%
Adrenaline
40%
Original
25%
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