Deepa Uyana is a peaceful 12th-century royal park in the UNESCO-listed ancient city of Polonnaruwa, featuring historic ruins along the scenic shores of the Parakrama Samudraya reservoir.

Why visit Deepa Uyana

• Island Garden (Deepa Uyana): This area was once a grand garden known as the "Island Garden," filled with beautiful pavilions and structures like a White House, Peacock Pavilion, and Mirror Pavilion, showcasing the artistic and architectural brilliance of ancient Sri Lanka.
• Nissankamalla’s Council Chamber: The best-preserved structure here is King Nissankamalla’s council chamber, a raised stone platform with rows of pillars, where the king and his ministers once made important decisions.
• Inscribed Pillars: The stone pillars inside the council chamber are unique as they carry inscriptions showing the positions and responsibilities of royal officials, giving insight into the governance system of the time.
• Lion Throne: The king’s throne, represented by a large granite lion sculpture at the south end of the chamber, adds a majestic touch to the site, symbolizing royal power and authority.
• Fast Construction of a Seven-Story Palace: King Nissankamalla is said in chronicles to have built a seven-story palace here in just 45 days., highlighting the advanced construction techniques and the determination of ancient Sri Lankan rulers.