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Ruwanwelisaya stupa, Anuradhapura
Cultural Triangle

Sacred City of Anuradhapura

About this place

Sri Lanka's first great capital, with vast dagobas and the sacred bodhi tree.

Sacred City of Anuradhapura features on 1 tour. Your driver-guide plans the visit around opening hours, light and crowds, and can add it to any tailor-made route.

Region
Cultural Triangle
Best time to visit
Early morning or late afternoon; full-moon (Poya) days are busy and atmospheric
Time needed
Half to a full day
Activity level
Easy: flat, with long distances between sites
Recommended for
History and culture lovers, slow travellers
Tickets
Entrance ticket payable on site; not included in tour prices. Modest dress at sacred sites
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