Kandy Trip Overview
(SKU: LK60020100)This full-day tour gives you the unique opportunity to visit the ancient cities of Yapahuwa and Panduwasnuwara. Climb the rock fortress of Yapahuwa and see its beautiful architecture. Visit the sprawling ruins of Panduwasnuwara and marvel at their detail. See the splendor of Panda Wewa, which is believed to be one of the first irrigation reservoirs in the world. See the remains of two kingdoms, from two different eras in one go.
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Duration: 12 hours
Starts: Kandy, Sri Lanka
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Kandy, Central Province, Sri Lanka
(SKU: LK60020100)This full-day tour gives you the unique opportunity to visit the ancient cities of Yapahuwa and Panduwasnuwara. Climb the rock fortress of Yapahuwa and see its beautiful architecture. Visit the sprawling ruins of Panduwasnuwara and marvel at their detail. See the splendor of Panda Wewa, which is believed to be one of the first irrigation reservoirs in the world. See the remains of two kingdoms, from two different eras in one go.
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Stop At: Yapahuwa Rock Fortress, Yapahuwa Sri Lanka
The fortress was built on a giant rock in the style of the Sigiriya rock fortress. However, the architecture of this fortress is completely different from Sigiriya with wide staircases, beautiful stone sculptures, and highly detailed carvings on pillars. On your visit, you will be able to climb to the fortress and view the ruins of the stupa on the summit of the rock. The stupa has some notable statues and imagery from the Kandyan era that you can peruse.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Panduwasnuwara Kingdom, Wariyapola Road, Kurunegala 60000 Sri Lanka
The ancient city was one of the first kingdoms of Sri Lanka, having been the capital during the 5th century BC. The site was used much later in the 12th century as well, resulting in a mix of ruins from various periods. The ruins are spread over an area of almost 12 hectares. Some of the most notable sights are the recently restored monument that was the two-storied former Temple of the Tooth, ruins of the royal palace, and the artificial reservoir Panda Wewa that is considered one of the earliest irrigation systems ever made by man.
Duration: 2 hours
