Another UNESCO world heritage site, according to the chronicles of the 12th century, a prince of great mental and physical vigor hailing from Rohana (Southern part of Sri Lanka) forced his way to the throne of Sri Lanka as King Parakrama Bahu the great. Establishing himself in Polonnaruwa, a capital worthy of authority and ambition…

This small yet diverse habitat is an important site for many migratory birds. This sanctuary compromises of reed mashes, brackish water lagoons, scrub land, mangrove forests and open patches.  

This area consists of a large tank, marshes, ponds, well wooded lands and a series of paddy fields with motorable roads through the area. The area can be explored on foot as well as by a vehicle. Many migrant waders as well as some forest birds can be seen here, particularly, during the beginning and…