Yapahuwa - Sri Lankan Ancient Kingdom to visit

Yapahuwa is an excellent place with great historical value.This is one of the best historical sites in Sri Lanka. It inherits a glorious history. As you enter the rock fortress premise, you can feel that pride even in your first sight. This historical sites hold the importance of Sri Lankan astonishing architecture.
Yapahuwa is located in Kurunegala district, 147km away from Colombo. The whole area has covered with the dry wind most of the day times. As you enter the fortress premises, you can see the stairs carved from stone. It is not much more challenging to climb. That stairs add a mind-blowing view to the premises. Once you reach the top of the summit, you can have a great look.

Arial View From The Yapahuwa Kingdom

Yapahuwa served as the capital of Sri Lanka from 1273 to 1284. It was a palace and military stronghold against foreign invaders. When king Buvanekabahu transferred to Yapahuwa, he brought the Sacred Tooth Relic with him and kept in the Tooth Temple at the top of the third staircase. Yapuhuwa protected the tooth relic for about 11 years. After King Buvanekabahu in 1284, the Pandyans of South India invaded Sri Lanka again, and the relics carried away from the temple to South India. King Parakkramabahu then recovered In 1288 and temporarily placed them in safety at Polonnaruwa. With the incursion of Pandyans, the kingdom was largely abandoned and inhabited by Buddhist monks and religious ascetics.

Ancient Ruins Of Yapahuwa Kingdom

The palace and fortress were built by King Buvanekabahu, who was the son of King Parakramabahu, in 1272. He transferred the capital of Sri Lanka. On top of the rock in this historical site you can see the remains of a stupa, a Bodhi tree enclosure, and a cave used by Buddhist monks. Earlier, this historical site has used as a Buddhist monastery. Other than here, you can see the remains of the number of buildings and a Buddhist temple named Yapahuwa Rajamaha Viharaya.
You can see mind-blowing, impressive creations here, mainly the stone works. It depicts the ancient technology and craftsmanship. If you are interested in historical sites, buildings and constructions, here, you will get the best experience. This calm and quiet environment will heal your mind. Yapahuwa will be one of the most valuable traveling destinations.
While feeling the beauty of this historical site, don’t forget to take the message of protecting nature and history.