World Heritage Sites in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka is home to eight UNESCO World Heritage sites, comprising six cultural sites and two natural sites of notable environmental significance. The majority of the cultural sites are located within Sri Lanka's cultural triangle. These historic locations reflect a bygone era of prosperity on this remarkable island.

Cultural Sites:

• Ancient City of Polonnaruwa (1982)

• Ancient City of Sigiriya (1982)

• Old town of Galle and its fortifications (1988)

• Rangiri Dambulla Cave Temple (1991)

• Sacred City of Anuradhapura (1982)

• Sacred City of Kandy (1988)

Natural:

• Central Highlands of Sri Lanka (2010)

• Sinharaja Forest Reserve (1988)