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The standing and reclining Buddhas carved into the rock at Gal Vihara, Polonnaruwa

Temple · Polonnaruwa

Rankoth Vehera

A large stupa in Polonnaruwa built by Nissanka Malla, who ruled from 1187 to 1196.

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Best season
February to September. October to January brings most of the rain.
Time to allow
25 min (at least 15 min)
Best time of day
Afternoon
Entry
Fee charged (to confirm)
What to wear
Cover your shoulders and knees, and be ready to take your shoes off.
Good for
Easy going, families

Covered by the Polonnaruwa ancient city ticket (see the Polonnaruwa entry).

Around Polonnaruwa

The Quadrangle in the ancient city of Polonnaruwa
The Quadrangle in the ancient city of Polonnaruwa
The circular Vatadage relic house in Polonnaruwa
The circular Vatadage relic house in Polonnaruwa
The seated Buddha carved into the rock face at Gal Vihara
The seated Buddha carved into the rock face at Gal Vihara

We have no photo of Rankoth Vehera itself yet. These show the area.

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