The city of Anuradhapura is a World Heritage Site today. It was one of the biggest kingdoms in ancient Ceylon ruled by many Sinhalese Kings.
Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi
This is the main attraction in Anuradhapura. This sacred Bo Tree is a sapling of the Bo Tree in Bodhgaya, India under which the Lord Buddha attained enlightenment.
Ruwanweliseya Dagoba
Located very close to the Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi, is the huge, white-coloured temple, Ruwanweli Seya. King Dutugemunu has created this stupa in 140 BC, and today, the Buddhists believe that this is one of the most sacred places on this earth.
Other key attractions
There are many other stupas in Anuradhapura such as Abhayagiri Dagoba, Thuparamaya, Isurumuniya Viharaya and Sandahiru Seya. In addition to all these, you may also explore the Kuttam Pokuna, Jetavanarama Museum and the Archelogical Museum in Anuradhapura.
Staying in Anuradhapura
Anuradhapura things to do can only be easily done if you choose the right place to stay in. When you are holidaying in Anuradhapura, choose a good option such as Uga Ulagalla so that you can have easy access to all attractions.
