Sri Lanka's and Asia's richest archaeological heritage sites and the largest and most dramatic are in the Cultural Triangle.

The area formed by linking the ancient capitals of Anuradhapura, Polonnaruva, and Kandy, with Sigiriya in the center.The Cultural Triangle has brought Sri Lanka’s history alive in the most enthralling manner for millions of travellers.

It covers the north central towns of Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa, Sigiriya and Dambulla where extensive archeological ruins provide a glimpse into the island’s, dating back to the 4th century B.C. It is here that Sri Lanka’s kings developed remarkably advanced civilisations. The extensive archeological ruins of the Cultural Triangle are now protected by UNESCO as World Heritage sites. The central plains have low rainfall and several hotels are sumptious enough to provide a holiday in their own right