The Audience Hall in Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka, stands as a remarkable testament to the architectural prowess and cultural significance of the Polonnaruwa Kingdom during its zenith between the 11th and 13th centuries CE. The hall’s design incorporates a raised platform with meticulously chiseled lion-shaped guardstones, which lead to a spacious rectangular hall adorned with exquisite carvings depicting various mythological and religious motifs, providing invaluable insights into the cultural and artistic heritage of the time.
Tour Packages
Duration: 45 minutes
Highlights
- Marvel at the remarkable fusion of Sinhalese and Dravidian architectural styles in the form of intricately carved stone lion-guardstones and mythical motifs that adorn the hall's walls.
- Gain profound insights into the cultural, religious, and political aspects of the Polonnaruwa Kingdom by studying the intricate carvings that narrate stories from local mythology and historical events.