Mihintale
The hilltop where Buddhism is said to have come to Sri Lanka, with stupas, ancient steps and sweeping views.
- Budget
- Experience
Fig and Geko Hostel
A friendly hostel in a colonial house in Anuradhapura, with a social area and staff full of local tips.
- Budget
Anuradhapura Sacred City
Sri Lanka’s first great capital, with giant stupas and the Sri Maha Bodhi, the oldest documented human-planted tree.
- Upscale
- Experience
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About Anuradhapura
Anuradhapura was Sri Lanka’s first great capital, and its ruins, huge white stupas and the sacred Sri Maha Bodhi tree make it one of the island’s most important pilgrimage sites. Hire a bicycle to get around the sprawling ancient city.