Title: Visit North Central Province: Best of North Central Province Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.co.uk

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# North Central Province Travel Guide

## Sri Lanka

![Unesco site in Polonnaruwa, ancient city ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6034975/5a5c910a-d09c-42cf-9c2f-c4b0352a0be9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Unesco site in Polonnaruwa, ancient city ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6034975/5a5c910a-d09c-42cf-9c2f-c4b0352a0be9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![One of the stupas in Anuradhapura ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/500596/8e3a62ee-d2c3-4bd9-8613-fbe6185b315e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Ancient king bildup ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/500596/3660bc97-63ed-42d3-afba-b22211b31e06.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Un des plus beaux pays que nous avons visité :) ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055035/dd8f5b00-b33a-4357-8794-894bec641dae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

### Popular cities in North Central Province

[Polonnaruwa

Known for Lakes, Historical and Ruins

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Discover the sublime array of Buddhist art and architecture decorating this ancient town. Then go elephant spotting at glorious national parks.

## Reasons to visit

- Polonnaruwa Vatadage
- Lankatilaka Temple
- Kiri Vihara Temple

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[Anuradhapura

Known for Historical, Biking and Temples

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Trip time! Discover the temples, history and castle in Anuradhapura. 

## Reasons to visit

- Ruwanwelisaya

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[Habarana

Known for Dining, Friendly people and Nature

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Get away to Habarana! Enjoy the gardens, local cuisine and wildlife. 

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[Pahala Maragahawewa

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Enjoy access to sights and activities in the surrounding area during your stay in Pahala Maragahawewa. 

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[Hunuwilagama

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Check out Wilpattu National Park—just one of the sights to explore around Hunuwilagama. 

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[Giritale

Known for Friendly people, Lakes and Dining

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Trip time! Discover the forests, lake views and local cuisine in Giritale. 

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## Cities in North Central Province

![Polonnaruwa](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6034975/40717fc9-7bde-4491-95d8-5060e69719c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Polonnaruwa

Discover the sublime array of Buddhist art and architecture decorating this ancient town. Then go elephant spotting at glorious national parks.

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