Sri Lanka route guide · Eastern Province to North Central Province
Anuradhapura, known for giant stupas and the sacred Bodhi tree, is 4.5 to 5 hours from Batticaloa by car.
The route crosses the island between the east coast and the interior; watch for elephants crossing in the dry zone, especially at dusk.
1Batticaloa
Welcome to paradise! Passikudah is famous for its incredibly shallow, crystal-clear waters that stretch for…
2Polonnaruwa
Marvel at four magnificent Buddha statues carved from a single granite rock face!
3Polonnaruwa
The Ancient City of Polonnaruwa is a fascinating place to explore Sri Lanka’s royal past.
4Habarana
Witness the spectacular 'Gathering' of hundreds of wild elephants!
This charming rock temple is famous for its exquisite ancient stone carvings, especially the romantic…
Welcome to one of the most sacred places on Earth! This ancient fig tree is over 2,300 years old and is…
This sacred temple complex surrounds the legendary Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi tree the oldest documented tree in the…
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About 195 km by road.
4.5 to 5 hours by private car, depending on traffic and stops.
It is possible but tiring, with 8.5 to 10.5 hours of driving in total. Staying at least one night is better.
Good stops include Passikudah Beach, Gal Vihara, Ancient City of Polonnaruwa.
