Royal Palace of King Maha Parakramabahu
- The Royal Palace of King Parakramabahu I is one of the grandest constructions of ancient Polonnaruwa, built in the 12th century.
- According to chronicles, the palace originally had seven stories and contained more than a thousand rooms, showcasing the king's immense power and vision.
- Today, visitors can still see the impressive ruins of massive brick walls, some rising over 30 feet high.
- The palace complex included royal chambers, audience halls, and quarters for ministers and guards.
- Its walls were once richly decorated and may have been covered with polished plaster and paintings.
- Nearby stands the Council Chamber, where the king held important meetings and ceremonial events.
- The site reflects the architectural brilliance and organizational skill of the Polonnaruwa Kingdom's golden age.
- King Parakramabahu I, known for his famous saying "Not even a drop of rainwater should flow into the sea without being used," ruled from this majestic palace.
- Walking among the ruins of the Royal Palace allows visitors to imagine the glory, sophistication, and strength of ancient Sri Lankan civilization.
