ANURADHAPURA
Anuradhapura is an ancient city filled with giant stupas, sacred trees, and centuries-old ruins. It’s a spiritual and historical treasure, where Buddhist pilgrims and curious travelers walk side by side.
Rent a bicycle to navigate between the vast sacred sites—an eco-friendly, immersive way to experience the peaceful atmosphere of Anuradhapura.
Mihintale Sunrise
Climb to Mihintale, the birthplace of Buddhism in Sri Lanka, and enjoy a magical sunrise over the forested plains and ancient stone steps.
Sri Maha Bodhi Tree
Visit the Sri Maha Bodhi, a sacred fig tree believed to be the oldest living tree in the world planted by humans, grown from a cutting of the original Bodhi tree in India.
Mirisavetiya Stupa
Visit the Mirisavetiya Stupa, built by King Dutugemunu after his victory, said to be a site of personal reflection and royal devotion.
Admire the massive Ruwanwelisaya, one of the most sacred stupas in Sri Lanka, built by King Dutugemunu as a symbol of national unification.
Ruwanwelisaya Stupa
Thuparamaya Stupa
Jetavanaramaya Stupa
Stand before the towering Jetavanaramaya, one of the largest brick structures in the ancient world, which once rivaled the Egyptian pyramids in scale.
Explore the elegant Thuparamaya, the oldest stupa in the country, believed to house the Buddha’s right collarbone.
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Wander through the Abhayagiri Monastery, a sprawling complex that served as a major Buddhist university and spiritual center in ancient times.
Kuttam Pokuna
Lovamahapaya
See the ruins of Lovamahapaya, also known as the Brazen Palace, once a nine-story monastery with a bronze roof and a residence for thousands of monks.
Abhayagiri Monastery Ruins
Marvel at the refined architecture of the Kuttam Pokuna, two symmetric bathing pools used by monks, showcasing advanced hydraulic engineering.
