ANURADHPURA

Anuradhapura, is one of the ancient capitals of Sri Lanka, famous for its well-preserved ruins of ancient Lankan civilization. The city, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world.

The ruins of Anuradhapura are one of South Asia’s most evocative sights.The sprawling complex contains a rich collection of archaeological and architectural wonders: enormous dagobas, soaring brick towers, ancient pools and crumbling temples, built during Anuradhapura’s thousand years of rule over Sri Lanka. Today several of the sites remain in use as holy places and temples; frequent ceremonies give Anuradhapura a vibrancy that’s a sharp contrast to the ambience at Polonnaruwa.

What to visit in Anuradhapura?

• Sri Maha Bodhi
• Ruwanwelisaya
• Isurumuniya
• Archaeological Museum
• Samdhi Buddha Statue
• Mihinthale
• Thisa Wewa
• Ranmasu Uyana – Royal Park