Explore Sri Lankas ancient capital with sacred temples, towering stupas, and archaeological wonders
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Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka's first ancient capital and a UNESCO World Heritage site, is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world. This sacred Buddhist city flourished for over a millennium and contains some of the most impressive ancient monuments in South Asia. The towering white dagobas (stupas) of Ruwanwelisaya and Jetavanaramaya dominate the skyline, while the sacred Sri Maha Bodhi tree - grown from a cutting of the original Bodhi tree under which Buddha attained enlightenment - has been tended for over 2,300 years. Explore vast monastery complexes, intricately carved stone pools, and massive reservoirs that demonstrate the engineering prowess of ancient Sri Lankan civilization.