The second most ancient of Sri Lankan kingdoms Polonnaruwa is Archeological relic sites which has been declared a World Heritage Site. Some of the best examples of ancient Sinhalese sculpting and carving arts, and have made the Gal Vihara the most visited monument at Polonnaruwa. Past of the day supply the water Parakrama Samudra for paddy cultivation during the dry season in the east of the country. The Kingdom of Polonnaruwa was completely self-sufficient during King Parakramabahu reign.
