The second most ancient of Sri Lanka's kingdoms, Pollonnaruwa was first declared the capital city by King Vijayabahu I, who defeated the Chola invaders in 1070 AD to reunite the country once more under a local leader. Today the ancient city of Pollonnaruwa remains one of the best planned archeological relic sites in the country, standing testimony to the discipline and greatness of the Kingdom's first rulers. The Ancient City of Pollonnaruwa has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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