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Polonnaruwa District
City in North Central, Sri Lanka
Overview
Polonnaruwa District is an iconic destination steeped in history, known for its sprawling ancient ruins and serene lakes. Blending archeological wonder with rural charm, it offers a glimpse into Sri Lanka's medieval past against a backdrop of lush greenery and quiet villages.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Sri Lanka
Province
North Central
Population
368,458
Time Zone
Asia/Colombo
Coordinates
8.00°, 81.00°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
70
Female Safety
55
LGBTQ+ Safety
30
Traffic Safety
50
Food Safety
55
Monthly Cost
$455
Local Cost
$201
Local Income
$115
Cashless
30
English
40
Temperature
27.3°C
Summer Avg
28.5°C
Winter Avg
25.3°C
Record High
38.8°C
Record Low
19.0°C
Humidity
78%
Precipitation
1663 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
GIU
Distance
30 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 62/100.
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