Sacred City of Anuradhapura from Sigiriya
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Overview
Journey from Sigiriya to the ancient sacred city of Anuradhapura on a private day tour, exploring iconic Buddhist shrines, towering stupas, and centuries-old temples with a knowledgeable English-speaking guide.
Step back in time and explore Anuradhapura, one of Sri Lanka's most revered ancient cities, on this private 9-hour guided tour departing from Sigiriya. Accompanied by an English-speaking driver-guide and traveling in the comfort of a private, air-conditioned vehicle, you will visit the most celebrated sacred sites in this UNESCO World Heritage city.
Begin with the Sri Maha Bodhi, a sacred fig tree believed to be the oldest living human-planted tree in the world, venerated for over 2,000 years. Continue to the impressive Thuparamaya Dagoba, the first stupa built in Sri Lanka, said to enshrine a collarbone of the Buddha. Admire the towering Ruwanweliseya Stupa, the third-largest in Sri Lanka, and the sprawling Abhayagiri Monastery, once a major center of Buddhist learning. Visit Mirisawetiya Stupa, built by the celebrated King Dutugemunu, and the intricately carved Isurumuniya Temple, famous for its ancient rock sculptures including the iconic Isurumuniya Lovers. The tour also includes the Jetavanarama Dagoba, whose massive dome is visible across the ancient city.
Hotel pickup and drop-off from your accommodation in Sigiriya is included. Two 500ml bottles of water per person are provided for the journey. Entrance fees to the archaeological sites are not included.
Highlights
- Sigiriya, nestled in the heart of Sri Lanka, stands as a breathtaking
- Isurumuniya Temple,built by King Devanampiyatissa,is located close to the
- Mirisawetiya Stupa, located in Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka, is a sacred Buddhist
- The Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi is a sacred fig tree located in Anuradhapura, Sri
- Standing at a circumference of 370 feet and a height of 180 feet,
- Thuparama dagoba, 20m in height and 60ft in diameter, one of the smallest of
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Itinerary
Day Tour: Sigiriya to Sacred Anuradhapura
- Sigiriya (Departure Point) (pass-by): Sigiriya, nestled in the heart of Sri Lanka, stands as a breathtaking testament to ancient ingenuity and architectural marvel. Crowned by a magnificent fortress atop a towering rock plateau, it's an i
- Isurumuniya Temple (30 min): Isurumuniya Temple,built by King Devanampiyatissa,is located close to the Royal Pleasure Gardens by the side of Tisaweva (Tissa rainwater reservoir).The Isurumuniya temple,built partly into a cave with a lovely pool in the front and with a boulder forming the rear wall,is a treasure-trove of exquisi
- Mirisawetiya Stupa (30 min): Mirisawetiya Stupa, located in Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka, is a sacred Buddhist site revered for its historical significance and spiritual aura. Constructed by King Dutugemunu in the 3rd century BC, it stands as a testament to Sri Lanka's rich heritage. The stupa is believed to enshrine a relic of Lord
- Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi (30 min): The Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi is a sacred fig tree located in Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka, believed to be the oldest living human-planted tree in the world. It is a symbol of immense religious and cultural significance for Buddhists worldwide. Planted in 288 BCE, it is said to have grown from a cutting of the
- Ruwanweliseya Stupa (30 min): Standing at a circumference of 370 feet and a height of 180 feet, Ruwanweliseya, the third largest stupa of Sri Lanka, is the focal point of the Maha Vihara, the first monastery of Sri Lanka. It is believed that a considerable amount of relics of Buddha is enshrined in this glorious stupa, built in
- Thuparamaya Dagoba (30 min): Thuparama dagoba, 20m in height and 60ft in diameter, one of the smallest of ancient stupas was built by King Devanampiya Tissa in the third century BC. Thuparama dagoba is believed to enshrine the collar bone relic of Buddha. By the seventh century, the stupa was renovated by King Aggabodhi the sec
- Abhayagiri Monastery (30 min): Abhayagiri Monastery spreading over an area of 200 hectares,was founded by King Valagamba also known by Vattagamini Abhaya (109 BC-89-77 BC) following his ascent to the throne for the second time,having the Dravidian invaders put to sword and fire. The monastery was built following the destruction o
- Jetavanarama Dagoba (30 min): The Jetavanarama Dagoba’s massive dome rises above the entire eastern part of Anuradhapura. Built in the 3rd century by Mahasena, it may have originally topped 120m, but today is about 70m – similar to the Abhayagiri. When it was built it was almost certainly the third-tallest monument in the world,
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