Choosing between Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa ruins
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Yuki Tanaka•790 rep•138
If I only have time to explore one ancient city, which archeological site is better structured and easier to navigate on a rented bicycle?
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Yuki Tanaka•790 rep•12 Answers from travellers
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Polonnaruwa’s Gal Vihara (the giant rock-carved Buddha statues) is completely mind-blowing. Ride among the temple ruins and watch out for the monkeys!
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Clara Smith•1800 rep•214
Polonnaruwa is more compact and much better preserved, making it perfect for an easy half-day bicycle ride. Anuradhapura is massive, spread out, and still an active holy religious site, requiring a tuk-tuk to commute between distant ruins.
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