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Anuradhapura

echo the island’s golden past

The Cradle of Sri Lankan Civilization

One of the world’s oldest continuously inhabited cities, Anuradhapura is the spiritual heart of ancient Sri Lanka. The city’s sprawling ruins, magnificent stupas, and sacred fig tree — the Sri Maha Bodhi — tell stories of a powerful Buddhist kingdom that shaped the nation’s culture and faith.

The Cultural Heart of Sri Lanka

Places to Visit

Ruwanweliseya Stupa

This glistening white stupa, built to honour the Buddha’s relics, stands as a masterpiece of devotion and balance. Its name, meaning “Golden Pinnacle Dagoba,” reflects its shimmering top and spiritual significance.

Sri Maha Bodhi Tree

Believed to be a sapling from the tree under which Buddha attained enlightenment — over 2,300 years old and still venerated by pilgrims.

Thuparamaya Temple

The first stupa built in Sri Lanka, Thuparamaya was constructed in the 3rd century BCE to enshrine the Buddha’s collarbone relic.

Jetavanaramaya

Once the tallest stupa in the ancient world, its brick structure stands as a symbol of devotion and architectural genius.

Isurumuniya Temple

Famous for its exquisite rock carvings, including the Lovers’ Stone, reflecting artistry and romance from centuries past.

Twin Ponds (Kuttam Pokuna)

A pair of ancient bathing tanks, perfectly symmetrical, showcasing the advanced hydraulic engineering of ancient Sri Lanka.

Sri Lanka’s Glorious Places

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