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Province of Sri Lanka
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North Central is the largest province in Sri Lanka. Tourists come here to visit two of Sri Lanka's five ancient cities: Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa.
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Anuradhapura is a UNESCO World Heritage listed city in the North Central Province of Sri Lanka.
Polonnaruwa is a city in the North Central Province of Sri Lanka.
Kaudulla National Park is in the North Central Province of Sri Lanka.
Minneriya National Park is in the North Central Province of Sri Lanka.
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