King Parakramabahu

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King Parakramabahu I, who reigned over Sri Lanka from 1153 to 1186 AD, left an indelible mark on the island's history, particularly in the city of Polonnaruwa. His legacy is synonymous with architectural brilliance, cultural prosperity, and a commitment to social welfare.

Renowned for his ambitious projects, King Parakramabahu I transformed Polonnaruwa into a thriving city. The Parakrama Samudra, an immense reservoir he constructed, stands as a testament to his engineering prowess and dedication to sustainable development.

The cultural renaissance under his rule is exemplified by the Gal Vihara, a rock temple adorned with four colossal Buddha statues. This site attests to the artistic zenith achieved during his reign, attracting scholars, artists, and poets to Polonnaruwa.

Beyond monumental structures, King Parakramabahu I prioritized social welfare, implementing policies to alleviate poverty and ensure equitable resource distribution.

In the modern era, the King Parakramabahu Hotel pays homage to this historical figure. Nestled in the cultural triangle, it offers guests a luxurious experience amidst the echoes of the past, ensuring that the spirit of King Parakramabahu I lives on. His reign remains a pivotal chapter in Sri Lanka's rich history, captivating the imagination with its enduring impact on architecture, culture, and social welfare.

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Over het district Polonnaruwa

Polonnaruwa is de op één na grootste stad in de noord-centrale provincie van Sri Lanka. De oude stad Polonnaruwa is door UNESCO uitgeroepen tot Werelderfgoed. Polonnaruwa heeft een rijke geschiedenis van veroveringen en strijd achter de rug en vormt terecht het derde element in de Culturele Driehoek. Gelegen op ongeveer 140 km ten noordoosten van Kandy, biedt Polonnaruwa urenlang eindeloos plezier voor liefhebbers van geschiedenis en cultuur, met talloze bezienswaardigheden van betekenis.

Much of the physical ruins standing today are credited to King Parakrama Bahu I who spent many royal resources on town planning, including parks, edifices, irrigation systems and so on. The period of his rule is considered a golden age where the kingdom thrived and prospered under a visionary ruler. The Parakrama Samudra is a mammoth tank and named after its patron. The popular kings Royal Palace, the Audience Hall encircled by beautifully carved stone elephants and the Bathing Pool reflect the superior engineering capabilities of the time.

Over Noord-Centrale Provincie

De Noord-Centrale Provincie, de grootste provincie van het land, beslaat 16% van het totale landoppervlak. De Noord-Centrale Provincie bestaat uit twee districten: Polonnaruwa en Anuradhapure. Anuradhapura is het grootste district van Sri Lanka. De oppervlakte bedraagt ​​7.128 km².

De Noord-Centrale Provincie biedt talloze mogelijkheden voor investeerders om hun bedrijf te starten, met name in de landbouw, agrarische bedrijven en de veehouderij. Meer dan 65% van de bevolking van de Noord-Centrale Provincie is afhankelijk van basislandbouw en agrarische bedrijven. De NCP wordt ook wel "Wew Bendi Rajje" genoemd, omdat er meer dan 3000 middelgrote en grote tanks in de provincie staan. Sri Maha Bodiya, Ruwanweli Seya, Thuparama Dageba, het Abayagiri-klooster, Polonnaruwa Rankot Wehera en Lankathilake zijn bang.

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