Anuradhapura
The Ancient Sacred City
Explore one of Sri Lanka's great ancient kingdoms
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Destination Overview
Why visit Anuradhapura?
Anuradhapura was one of Sri Lanka's ancient capitals and remains one of the country's most important cultural and religious destinations. The ancient city contains impressive stupas, monasteries, reservoirs and sacred sites spread across a vast archaeological landscape.
Things to See & Do
Experiences in Anuradhapura
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Explore ancient stupas02
Visit sacred Buddhist sites03
Discover ancient monasteries04
Explore historic reservoirs05
Learn about Sri Lanka's ancient civilisation06
Experience the peaceful atmosphere of the sacred cityPerfect For
🏛️History
☸️Buddhism
🏺Archaeology
🎭Culture
Quick Facts
Best SeasonJanuary to September
Recommended Stay2 Days
RegionNorth Central Province
Highlights
Ruwanwelisaya Stupa
Sacred Bodhi Tree
Jetavanaramaya ruins
Ancient monastery complexes
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