Some historical places in Sri Lanka

 

                                                                       Anuradhapura

to Anuradhapura is 206 km. It is an ancient city. There is a statue of Gautama Buddha made of granite stone called Aokana Buddha. This 13 meter high statue is one of the attractions of Anuradhapura. You will see Isruminia temple built in the third century. Built with the beauty of rock carvings, this temple is quite famous. Also see carvings called Lovers, inspired by the story of King Dutugamanu's son Salia and his lover. The beauty of this engraving will mesmerize you. Anuradhapura's monasteries and stupas are one of the attractions for tourists. You will see Abhaygiri, the largest monastery complex of Anuradhar. Visit the temple of Mihintal, the monastery of Jethawan and the see of Wanveni

Nuwara Eliya

Nuwara Eliya is a very famous place for the origin and fame of tea. With a rich climate and 1,900 meters (6,100 ft) elevation, Nuwara Eliya is the country's main tea production center. A good time to visit this place is the month of April when tourists come here to see the flowers and celebrate the Sri Lankan New Year. Other attractions include Lake Gregory and Lakshman, Sri Lanka's most famous waterfalls.

Eyal National Park

Wildlife Sanctuary 240 km (150 mi) from Colombo. Here you can see various animals including elephants, water buffaloes and leopards. The park is home to 215 species of birds.

                                                                            Mirisha

Mirisha is the largest fishing port on the south coast. A good place for dolphin and whale watching. If you are looking for a vacation in a warm paradise, Mirisha could be the answer to your dreams. This heavenly shaped piece of paradise is famous for coconuts, birds, beautiful golden sand beaches and Sri Lanka's most stunning sunsets and sunrises.

Polonnaruwa

One of the oldest states in Sri Lanka. One of the best preserved areas of 12th century ruins. Polonnaruwa was a place where traders of foreign goods mingled with worshipers of many temples. It is the ancient capital of the Middle East of Sri Lanka, the second city of the Sinhalese dynasty. It was the capital city of the Sinhalese dynasty from 1017 to 1255. Krama Raja of Parla extended the irrigation facilities to enable farmers during the Ice Age and for this he constructed a reservoir. He introduced a fair system in the capital. That is why his period is called the Golden Age.

The Gall-Vihala temple here contains stone statues of Nirvana Buddha and Ananda. It was registered as World Cultural Heritage in 1982.