Yapahuwa
Yapahuwa is located of the Wayamba province of Sri Lanka
Yapahuwa is located of the Wayamba province of Sri Lanka, between Anuradhapura and Kurunegala areas. It was capital of Sri Lanka for a brief period in the 13th century. It was built on a rock mountain similar to Sigiriya rock fortress. Several Chinese ceramics, coins and pottery pieces were found on excavation, which leads to believe that king had close ties with China. The intriguing history of the Yapahuwa rock is evident in the ruins lying in the premises. Due to being in an isolated side of the cultural triangle, visitors could observe the area undisturbed without the usual tourist crowds. Cultural lovers should not miss seeing this place.
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About
Spread across a large area, this destination is nothing if not diverse. Choosing a single place to focus your time, that is a true challenge. There are attractions everywhere so be ready to come back another day, and after some time here, that’s exactly what you’ll want to do. Exploring the Area The biggest cities are along the coast.
Getting Around
A perfect city for exploring on foot with a shop around every corner. Much of the inner city can be walked without trouble, however, in parts walking include crowds, uneven streets, heavy traffic, and skinny sidewalks. If that’s a problem, there are plenty of taxi’s to ride in and scooters to rent.
History & Culture
Early History Home to years of history, which stretched far and wide. Due to the characteristic weather, the earliest explorers completely bypassed the area. The first settlement in the area was founded 1770 as a mission community. In addition to the mission, a military fort was built.
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