Visit Somawathiya National Park & Viharaya

Somawathi stupa (pagoda) was built by Prince Abaya for his princess Somawathi (sister of King Kavanthissa), in around 250 BC. But the princess then offered the pagoda and adjoining land to Arahat Mahinda, the eldest son of Asoka emperor in India. Arahat Mahinda was the one who brought the sacred Tooth Relic of Buddha to enshrine it in this pagoda. Arahat Mahinda had resided in this place until is death. This is quite history.

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About this journey

Best season : All year around
Available : Daily
Arranging time needed : 1 day
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Best time of the day to start : 6 AM
Starting point : Polonnaruwa
Finishing time : 6 PM
Whole excursion hrs : 6 to 12
Whole off road driving : 50 KMs

Restrictions : Do not leave plastics behind / Please do not feed wild animals.

Basic price includes : Safari Jeep / Entrance tickets / Trekker / Gov tax.

Child price : Aged 6 - 12 is considered a child / Aged 0 - 6 is free of charge.

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Optional : A well-spoken local animal expert / historian could be arranged with an additional fee.

You may bring : Water / Snack / Dry cloths / Hat and sun glass / Sun cream / Camera

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